[header] How to increase zoloft dose [title] Talk with your doctor about why you need to increase your dose. [step] This is the standard dosage prescribed for adults suffering from depression. This dosage will not necessarily eliminate all the symptoms of depression, but is often seen as effective when used in conjunction with therapy. 
Your doctor and therapist will work together to determine a dosing regimen that works best for you. [substeps] If you start at a higher dosage, then your doctor may adjust your medication levels more conservatively.