Trazodone Side Effects

I took Trazodone 50 for only 4 days. Doc and pharmacist said not to take it with my Trepaline. Stopped Trepaine cold turkey after 10 years.Trazodine was for pain relief for FM. Without Trepaline my muscle spasms went into overdrive. Worse pain than before! My whole pain protocol was stuffed. I had severe occipital headaches, giddy and drowsy and a panicked feeling, muscle pains, stomach aches, nausea, dry mouth, blurrex vision and diarrhea. I threw Trazodone in bin. Will never take it again! ## Sherry, OMG, I can't believe your dr prescribed you Trazodone, something so contradictory to a medicine you've taken for how many years? Trepaine. I'm not familiar with Trepaine but I am with Trazodone. Then one or both told you to just stop with the Trepaine? That's crazy. I took...

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I have been taking 200mg of Trazodone since February and although I noticed an immediate improvement in my mood I think I'm struggling now with side effects although my doctor said they should have worn off by now. I find that I'm constantly shaky inside, feel cold most of the time, frequently feel ill, very irritable and general feeling of not coping. Any thoughts welcome. ## Hello, Fiona! How are you? Your doctor is correct, they should have worn off by now, it usually only takes about 4 to 5 weeks. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and drowsiness. It could be, however, that it's just not the right medication for you and you may need to switch to something else. Is there anything else I ca...

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Trazodone, sold under many brand names,[1] is an antidepressant medication.[13] It is used to treat major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, trouble falling asleep (insomnia), and with other medications, alcohol dependence.[13] It is taken by mouth.[13] Common side-effects include dry mouth, feeling faint, vomiting, and headache.[13] More serious side effects may include suicide, mania, irregul...

for sleep ## I found that Trazodone 50mg really helped me sleep. I suffer from Fibromyalgia and when the doctor added this medication with my ambien I am getting at least 5 or 6 hours of sleep a night instead of 2 or 3. ## Trazodone is actually an SARI antidepressant that can cause drowsiness as a side effect, thus some have found it helpful for sleep issues. Learn more Trazodone details here. Its side effects may include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth and weight changes. Are there any questions or comments? Is there anything I can help with?

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Can or should Pliva 441 be used for back pain? Does it even help with back pain. And should u take for back pain Ur taking blood pressure meds?? ## Hello, Chelle! How are you? The tablet with PLIVA 441 on one side and 50 50 50 on the other contains 150mgs of Trazodone, which is an SARI antidepressant. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and weight changes. Learn more Trazodone details here. So no, it will not help with pain and shouldn't be taken, unless your doctor has specifically instructed you to do so. Are there any other questions or concerns?

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taking trazodone 200mg along with celexa.40mg. Many side effects. Feel dopy and out of it. Think I had a seizure too. ## Have you contacted your doctor? Any time you suspect such a severe medical occurrence, such as a seizure, you should contact a medical professional immediately, as it could be putting your life in danger. What other types of side effects are you experiencing?

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Hi. This pill is light orange in color and bears the word PRO on the top half, and T50 on the lower half. ## This tablet is listed as containing 50mgs of Trazodone, which is an antidepressant that is also used to treat insomnia. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, mood changes, and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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white triangler shaped, pliva 441 on one side and 50 on the other ## It should actually have 50 50 50 on the opposite side, because it is a 150mg tablet and each 50 section provides a spot to easily divide the dose, if necessary. Trazadone is an antidepressant, generic for Desyrel. Some of the most common side effects include: drowsiness, dry mouth, headache and priapism.

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Can you split this medication so that it is 25 mg? ## Since it is not a time released mediation, yes, you can safely split the tablet if necessary. Have you discussed a dosage adjustment with your doctor? Trazodone is an antidepressant. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and dry mouth. Read more: ## If you are taking a 50mg trazodone pill for the first time and you cut it in half to see how well 25mg works, but it doesn't make you fall asleep, can you take the other half about 20 min later? ## Well I'm sure if you spilt the 50mg.. It's not going to be exactly 25mg but its about half. ## I plan to cut it in half -- trazodone 50mg in half. what can I expect? meme ## I dont take pills but i had one that said fifty on one half then hundred on other hal...

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it say take when needed ## WHAT SCHEDULE IS A TRAZODONE HCI 50/431 ## Trazodone is an antidepressant that is also frequently used to treat insomnia, in such cases, it might be prescribed to be taken as needed, if a person can't sleep. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, mood changes, and weight changes. Trish, it is not a controlled substance, though it does require a prescription in most countries. Is there anything I can help with?

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I was told by my pharmacy that they can no longer get this medicine but I have not seen anything online ## Hello, Joan! How are you? I'm not sure why this generic is no longer available, but a few other people have had similar problems. In most cases, they had to switch to Oleptro, which is a time released formulation of Trazodone. Have you consulted your doctor about the issue? The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and weight changes.

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My extremely energetic dog takes Trazodone for calming. Recently the pharmacy refilled with a different manufacter pill which was slightly smaller and made by Zydus. The original RX was manufactured by TEVA. The effects were not the same....the dog was still bouncing off the walls after giving same dosage. I question the pharmacist who told me "it's just what they send us" and "it's the same drug". I disagree. Any info or comments? ## Hello Susan, Both of you are correct. The different manufacturers sell a drug that has the same quality and dosage of the same active ingredient as your pharmacist says, however, this does not mean that all of the inactive igredients are the same between the pills. The inactive ingredients in the medicine is just as important and im...

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Following an ECG, my psychiatrist has reduced my trazodone ( which I have been taking for many years for depression and anxiety ) I have gone from 300mg/day to 250mg/day, then after a week from 250mg/day to 200mg/day. That is as much as I have to reduce it. I am one week in and my mood has dropped low and my anxiety and binge eating is worse. Is this possible? ## Yes, according to NIH reports, it is normal to experience some withdrawal effects, they could also include nausea, fever, chills, and rebound depression. However, things should improve, after a week, or so, once your body adjusts to the new dosage. How are you doing now? Has there been any change? ## No, no change as yet, I am still feeling overwhelmed and anxious.

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Is it safe to take Trazodone and Norco together at bedtime? I'm prescribed both and both say "1 at bedtime", but I'm very paranoid about mixing meds. I've had doctors mess up and overdose me. ## Taking them together may cause you to experience more side effects than usual, according to FDA reports, which may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, and problems with concentrating. Thus, they can be taken together, if your doctor has prescribed them both, but they should be monitoring you regularly to watch for any problems. What doses have been prescribed? Are you on any other medications? ## Trazodone 50mg take 1 at bed time Norco 5-325 take 1 at bed time Tramadol 50mg Take 1 tablet every 6 hrs as needed Flexirl 5mg Take 1-2 every 8 hrs as needed I have Rheumatoid Art...

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I am allergic to sulfa and was prescribed this as a sleep aid. I do not trust my doctor as I am also allergic to morphine and was given a drug containing that. ## Hello, Kait! How are you? No, Trazodone is the active ingredient and it is not sulfa related. However, that does not mean that you may not also be allergic to Trazodone. When someone is allergic to other medications, there is a greater risk that they will be allergic to more. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weigh changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am supposed to start taking Ranexa for diffuse CAD. Intermittent angina. I take trazodone at night to help me sleep. The two drugs are incompatible. Do you know of medication for sleep that is compatible with Ranexa? Thanks for any help. ## Hello, Donna! How are you? Drugs in the benzodiazepine class, such as Xanax are not listed as having interactions with the Ranexa, Ambien is also listed as being safe, but only your doctor can decide what's safe for you. The FDA warns that medications, such as Xanax, carry the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Ambien can also cause some annoying side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, sleep actions and hallucinations. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have...

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I was prescribed Trazodone to help me sleep, It doesn't seem to be working. What should my side effects include? ## Only you and your doctor can know if Trazodone is right for you. That is why it was prescribed to you among various other alternatives, correct? The most common adverse reactions encountered are drowsiness, nausea/vomiting, headache and dry mouth. You can however view a list of other reported adverse effects in the link below (you have to scroll down to the side effects section): I like to follow this little model for everything in general: 3 solutions to every problem: Accept it, Change it, Leave it. If u cant accept it, change it. If u cant change it, leave it.....and in your case it may be best to leave it and try something else that does work. Please post back if y...

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What are the differences between Trazodone and Tramadol? Are they the same thing? Do they have similar uses? ## No, they are not the same. Trazodone is an antidepressant that is also used to treat anxiety, and some severe forms of anxiety. (NDC code 0179-1118) The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, and weight changes. [1] Ref: MedlinePlus However, Tramadol is an opioid that is used to relieve pain. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, and constipation. It also carries the risk of being habit forming. (NDC code 0093-0058) [2] Ref: MedlinePlus Hope this helps! ## Trazodone is an older anti-depressant. Considered an SARI. It is most widely prescribed nowadays as a non-benzo s...

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Is there a difference between the 433 pliva trazodone and the 6160 v because it seems to me the 6160 doesn't work as good is this possible?? ## Hi Mistified, When you switch brand names or manufacturers, the drug itself doesn't change, but rather the binders or fillers that they put with it. Even though both medications are clearly identified as Trazodone hydrochloride 50 mg - certain "inactive" ingredients which may or may not be present in each brand, are actually detrimental to how the drug is metabolized and used by your body. So yes, it is possible that you may respond favorably with one medication and not the other (even if they are the same medication). This can be attributed mostly to how certain binders/fillers make you feel or whatever side effects they might c...

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is this an antidepresant & what side effects? I also take 300 mg wellbutrin ## Yes, Trazodone is an SARI antidepressant. Side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth and weight gain. Learn more: You should also know that taking it with the Wellbutrin can cause a slightly increased risk of experiencing seizures, though the risk is very low, at 0.1% of people using it. Are there any questions or comments? ## I have suddenly started weeping uncontroably, . I suspected my doctor has over proscribed my medication for depression and perhaps PTSD, I stoped using the one called trazodone100mg. as well as the ryzolt 300mg. and the tramadol50mg. (1) X3 daily. I became disorented & confused, It's been 3 weeks, now and I am still feeling overwelming depression I have kept the...

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