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Trazodone

Molecule Description

Trazodone is an antidepressant and anxiety-relieving medicine.

uses

Uses of Trazodone

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
contraindications

Contraindications of Trazodone

When should one not use Trazodone

  • Over-sensitivity to the medicine
  • Recent heart attack
  • Alcohol intoxication
sideEffects

Side effects of Trazodone

Common side effects of this drug are:

  • Blurred vision
  • Confusion
  • Dizziness
  • Faintness or light headache
  • Sweating
  • Unusual tiredness
  • Feeling less alert than usual
  • Loss of appetite and weight loss
  • Sweating more than usual
  • Skin rash
  • Itching
  • Chest pain
  • Difficulty with speaking
  • Liver disorders such as hepatitis
  • Decreased sex drive
  • Dry mouth, altered taste
  • Higher than average number of white blood cells (seen by a blood test)
  • Nightmares
  • High blood pressure
  • High temperature
  • Flu type symptoms
  • Suicidal intentions
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Trazodone

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Trazodone during pregnancy?
A:
You should not take this medicine during pregnancy. It is because the safety of this medicine for use during pregnancy has not been established.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Trazodone while breastfeeding?
A:
It is probably unsafe to take this medicine if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed as it is unknown whether this medicine passes into breast milk. Seek doctor’s advice.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Trazodone?
A:
Do not drive when taking this medicine.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Trazodone?
A:
It is unsafe to drink alcohol with this medicine.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • Follow your doctor’s prescription strictly. Do not alter or miss any dose of this medicine. Stopping this medicine abruptly may cause serious problems
  • Keep away from children’s reach
  • Tell your doctor if:
  • You are under 18 years of age
  • Other medical issues those may affect the use of this medicine
  • Have heart problems
  • Bleeding or blood clotting disorder
  • Seizures or epilepsy
  • Narrow-angle glaucoma
  • Bipolar disorder (manic depression)
  • History of suicidal attempts
  • Have abnormally low levels of potassium (hypokalaemia), calcium (hypocalcaemia) or magnesium (hypomagnesaemia) in your blood
  • Have difficulties in passing urine or a reduced stream of urine
  • Have liver problems
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Trazodone

How Does It Work?

Depression occurs due to the imbalance of certain chemicals in the brain. This medicine regulates the imbalance of chemical neurotransmitters present in the brain and thus cures depression. Its anti-S...
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interactions

Interactions of Trazodone

Interactions with other medicines

  • Zolpidem
  • Lorazepam
  • Citalopram
  • Cyclobenzaprine
  • Furosemide
  • Escitalopram
  • Carbamazepine
  • Digoxin
  • Phenytoin
  • Do not take this medicine within 14 days of taking a Monoamine Oxidase inhibitor, e.g., Linezolid, Isocarboxazid, etc.

Interactions with food items

Cheese and preserved food.
dietaryRestrictions

Dietary Restrictions of Trazodone

Do not consume cheese or packed food when taking this medicine.
dosage

Dosage of Trazodone

Overdose

Inform your doctor immediately in case of an overdose of Trazodone. It can be fatal when it is taken with alcohol, barbiturates or sedatives such as Diazepam (Valium).

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose, take it as early as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to comp...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Trazodone?

  • Tell your doctor if you have:
  • Liver or kidney disease
  • Heart disease
  • A bleeding or blood clotting disorder
  • Seizures or epilepsy
  • Narrow-angle glaucoma
  • Bipolar disorder (manic depression)
  • A history of long qt syndrome
  • A history of drug abuse or any suicidal thoughts
  • If you have recently had a heart attack

Q: When and how to consume the medicine?

A: Trazodone should be taken after a meal with a glass of water. Swallow the tablet as a whole, do not crush or chew it.
Last Updated on: 05 Oct 2020 | 10:47 PM (IST)

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