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 Trazodone? Trazdone is a common misspelling of trazodone.
 
By affecting certain brain chemicals, trazodone hydrochloride (Desyrel®) may help treat the symptoms of depression. However, trazodone is not suitable for everyone. Before taking trazodone, make sure to talk to your healthcare provider about any medical conditions you have and any medications you are taking (including vitamins and herbal supplements). Although most people tolerate trazodone well, there are some potential side effects of the medication, such as dizziness, drowsiness, and headaches.
 
(To learn more about this drug, click Trazodone. This article contains detailed information on the uses and possible side effects of trazodone.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;