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 Trazodone? Trasadone is a common misspelling of trazodone.
 
Trazodone is a prescription drug that is licensed for the treatment of depression. By blocking certain serotonin receptors and balancing serotonin levels in the brain, the medication can help improve symptoms of depression. Trazodone, which is only available as generic tablets, is generally taken one to three times per day. Common side effects of the antidepressant include lightheadedness, nausea, and fatigue.
 
(Click Trazodone for more information, including details on how the drug works, tips on when and how to take it, and important warnings and precautions to be aware of.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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