Trazodone is a medication that is used for the treatment of depression. This segment of the eMedTV archives offers general dosing information on the drug, explains how it is thought to work, and lists potential side effects that may occur.
Headache, dry mouth, and nausea are some of the most common trazodone side effects. This eMedTV Web page also lists rare side effects seen with the drug, as well as serious problems that require medical attention, such as anxiety or hallucinations.
If you are taking trazodone and weight gain occurs, try eating heart-healthy foods and exercising more. This eMedTV article offers other tips for helping with weight gain and explains how often this side effect occurs with trazodone use.
Sexual side effects are a possibility with trazodone, including changes in libido or ejaculation problems. This eMedTV Web page describes trazodone sexual side effects in more detail and discusses possible treatments your doctor may recommend.
It is possible to experience weight loss while taking trazodone. This section of the eMedTV Web site further discusses trazodone and weight loss, and explains why the medication appears to cause this side effect.
Dry mouth is a possible side effect of trazodone. This segment of the eMedTV archives discusses trazodone and dry mouth in more detail, including tips on relieving it and an explanation of how likely it is for this side effect to occur.
Trazodone can occasionally be used "off-label" to treat insomnia. This page of the eMedTV library discusses trazodone and insomnia in more detail, including an explanation of how the medication works to improve symptoms.
What is trazodone used for? As this eMedTV segment explains, the prescription drug is used to treat depression in adults. "Off-label" trazodone uses may include the treatment of alcoholism, anxiety, insomnia, and panic disorder.
For the treatment of depression, most people start with a dose of trazodone 150 mg a day. This eMedTV resource contains more information on trazodone dosages, including suggestions on how and when to take the prescription antidepressant.
Many medicines can cause drug interactions with trazodone, including phenytoin, digoxin, and imatinib. This eMedTV article explains the possible consequences that may occur as a result and lists other drugs that may lead to negative interactions.
This eMedTV page describes precautions and warnings with trazodone, including existing conditions you should tell your doctor about and possible side effects. For example, trazodone can cause a painful erection of the penis that doesn't go away.
Taking trazodone during pregnancy may cause harm to the fetus. This eMedTV segment discusses studies on trazodone and pregnancy in more detail and describes the potential dangers of using the medication while you are pregnant.
Taking too much trazodone may result in overdose effects, including drowsiness or vomiting. This eMedTV resource provides a list of other possible effects of a trazodone overdose and describes the various treatment options that are available.
If you abruptly stop using trazodone, withdrawal symptoms may occur, such as anxiety, insomnia, or headache. This eMedTV article lists other possible symptoms of a trazodone withdrawal and explains the steps your doctor may take to reduce this risk.
Antidepressants like trazodone may potentially increase the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior. This eMedTV page describes the research that has been conducted on trazodone and suicide, and lists possible signs of suicidal behavior.
Alcohol and trazodone may potentially be a dangerous combination. This eMedTV page explains when it is okay to drink while taking the drug, defines "moderate drinking," and discusses the importance of communicating with your healthcare provider.
Trazodone may potentially cause a manic episode in people with bipolar disorder. This eMedTV page discusses trazodone and bipolar disorder in more detail, and explains when the medication may be appropriate for people with the condition.
Using trazodone as a sleep aid is a common "off-label" use of the medication. This eMedTV Web page explains how the medication works to treat insomnia and discusses some benefits and risks of using trazodone as a sleep aid.
Common trazodone alternatives can include other medications or various therapies. As this eMedTV segment explains, specific alternatives range from other antidepressants, psychotherapy, electroconvulsive therapy, to alternative therapies.
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