What Is Trazodone

What is in trazodone? Is it minerals, plant derivatives, or synthesized chemicals? If so, what minerals, derivatives, or chemicals go into it? ## Interesting that there were no answers. I also want to know. ## Here's what I found so far: "Trazodone hydrochloride was originally synthesized in 1966 by Palazzo and Silvestrini in the chemical laboratories of the firm Francesco Angelini. The molecule consists of a triazolopyridine ring and a phenyl piperazinylalkyi moiety.It is the first trazolopyridine derivative to be used clinically, and therefore, represents a new chemical class of antidepressant drugs. its development was a result of an organized approach rather than fortuitous discovery and was based on the hypothesis that the mechanisms responsible for physical and mental pain...

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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...

Is this drug a tranquilizer? What spacifically is it used for? ## Trazodone is actually classified as an antidepressant. Drowsiness and sedation can be side effects, which is why some people might think it is a tranqulizer and it does successfully help some people with anxiety, because of this. Other side effects may include: dizziness, dry mouth and weight gain. Learn more: Are there any questions or comments?

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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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I have a tablet that is tan in color ,on one side it says G down under it is TZ5 ## Hello, Patti! How are you? Yes, the is a 50mg Trazodone tablet, it is an SARI antidepressant that is also sometimes used to treat resistant cases of insomnia. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Does a 100 mg of trazodone have a v on one side of the pill ## There is a 100mg Trazodone tablet that has a stylized V logo on one side of the round, white tablet and the numbers 61 61 on the opposite, separated by a score line. Learn more Trazodone details here. Does this match the tablet in question?

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what is trazodone myl my doc gave it to me instead of my reg trazodone what does the myl stand for ## The MYL on your Trazodone stands for the name of the manufacturer, Mylan. Manufacturers put their name or their name's abreviation on the their pills, tablets, capsules, etc. I believe it's a regulation. ## No, their name or logo being on there isn't a reglation, it just has to have a unique imprint to enable the identification of the manufacturer and what the product contains, in case of emergency. Your pharmacy will note the manufacturer on there, as part of their regulations. The other part from Wanda is correct, the MYL just means that these tablets were manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals, but they contain the same active ingredient Trazodone, which is an antidepressa...

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How many mg in a 433 trazodone ## The pill in description marked Pliva 433 is Trazodone HCl (50 mg). To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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----------------------------------------------------------------- ## i took half a trazadone yesterday moring i elt so down wanted to sleep then last night took 1 zopiclone this moning took 80 mg slow relese propanadol will this be ok please reply ## Are these medications prescribed for you? If they are, are you using them as prescribed?

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Is their sulfa in trazodone as I am allergic to sulfa,it caused my mouth to itch after the second pill. ## Hello, Judy! How are you? No, that is the active ingredient it, it is an antidepressant that is often used to help with insomnia. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, and weight changes. However, that does not mean that you may not also be allergic to this medication. Many people who are allergic to one medication, often discover they are allergic to other medications, as well. Have you discussed the problem with your doctor?

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what is trazodone used for? ## Trazodone is indicated for: Clinical depression with or without anxiety. Insomnia, Fibromyalgia, to aid in sleeping. Control of nightmares or other sleep disturbances. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## ive been prescribed trazadone 50gm and been put upto 150gm,im now taking 200gm on my own will,as i still feel anxiety and lack of sleep,im still breaking down in tears for no reason but not as often,do u think i should tell the doctor im taking more than prescribed ## What were you prescribed the trazadone for? It is mainly used as a sleeping aid taken before bedtime. I seriously doubt its going to help your anxiety or crying spells. Ive ...

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I have a prescription for Trazodone. It was a white pill. I changed my pharmacy and the color is now cream and smaller. It's scored and has the markings MX 71. I cannot find any information for this particular pill. Is it a full dose or reduced by 20%.? ## I believe you have misunderstood how generic medications work, they are not all automatically reduced by 20%. To be approved by the FDA and allowed on the market as a generic, they must come within plus or minus 20% of the amount of the active ingredient in the name brand. Therefore, there can be some fluctuations, but that doesn't mean all generics have 20% less of the active ingredient. Many generic manufacturers have strict quality control and make certain that their medications contain the full dose, just like the name bra...

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I just read on Web md that the Fda Now considers trazadone a narcotic. Is this true? ## Hello, Mcky! How are you? No, Trazodone is an SARI class antidepressant. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight changes. It is possible that the person who wrote what you read may have confused it with Tramadol, which is a very common error. Tramadol has been reclassified several times and is now considered an opioid, due to the fact that it is very closely related to narcotics and the FDA has found it to be habit forming. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Please provide a description of a 50 mg Trazodone pill? ## The ones I have Have PLIVA 433 and are white round pills ## Yes, this pill can have a number of appearances; This is usually the case with generics. If you have any other questions or information to add please post back; Also, if you need a pill identified, please list all the details about it such as shape, color, and imprint code. ## I think my son's medicine got mixed up because school needed original bottle. He takes trazodone and tenax. They both are small white pills. One has m on one side and either G4 or 64 on the other side. The other pill has barr on one side and 555/489 on the other side. ## white pill with barr on one side on the other is 555 on half and 490 on the othr it is round and a line dividesit in half

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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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100 mg pill markings of Trazadone, please show image. ## Since Trazodone is a generic for the antidepressant Desyrel, there are many on the market and each tablet made by a different company will have different markings. Some imprints include: SL 434 Barr 555 490 93 638 5599 DAN DAN APO T100 441 R MP 114 MX 72 And this is by no means a comprehensive list of all of them. If the pill you have is not on this list, please post back with the imprint and I can look it up for you! Do any of these match yours? ## I received a new Rx of Trazodone from a 'by mail' pharmacy that looks like this: white, round, 100mg tablet with a stylized V and the number 19 on each half of the scored tablet. if tablet turned upside down, the numbers are 61 rather than 19. Thanks for your time and trouble. ...

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Please let me know what a 50 mg pill of Trazodone looks like. I just picked up a refill and the pills are different than before. I can't sleep and I'm wondering if it's the wrong pill. ## I'm having the same problem with 150mg ## I'm not sure what mg pill I had but they were white with a line down the middle and they were circular. ## Sorry, you have not provided enough information. This drug is available in both name brand and generic versions. There are many generic manufacturers and each one of them will make a pill that looks different. There are no rules saying that pills with the same ingredient have to look the same! The size, color, shape and imprint will all vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. The only relevant regulations from the FDA state that they mu...

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Took an 627 with my sleeping pill traodone by mistake now very dizzy should I be concerned ## Hello, Bj! How are you? The tablet with the AN 627 marking is manufactured by Amneal Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 50mgs of Tramadol. The FDA classifies this as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Trazodone is classified as a tetracyclic antidepressant, that is also used to help with insomnia. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight gain. Are you still experiencing symptoms? Both of these medications can increase serotonin levels in your body, which could lead to serotonin syndrome and it can be fatal. Have y...

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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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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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