Desyrel (Trazodone)

Desyrel (Trazodone) Medication Information:

What is Desyrel (Trazodone)?

Trazodone is a type of antidepressant that belongs to the serotonin receptor antagonists and reuptake inhibitors class of medicines (SARIs). It is an FDA-approved medication that belongs to the serotonin modulator class of medications. It works by increasing the amount of the chemical serotonin in your brain.

What is Desyrel (Trazodone) used for?

This medication is used to treat the major depressive disorder.  It may help to enhance your mood, appetite, and energy level, as well as reduce depression-related anxiety and insomnia. Trazodone works by restoring the balance of a natural substance in the brain called serotonin.

How does Desyrel work?

Trazodone is an antidepressant that works by altering the chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that nerves use to communicate (stimulate) with one another in the brain. Acetylcholine, norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin are the primary neurotransmitters.

 Depression is caused by an imbalance of various neurotransmitters. Trazodone reduces depression symptoms by decreasing serotonin uptake by neurons in the brain.

Direction:

How to take Desyrel (Trazodone)?

 For depression treatment, adults should take 150-600mg of regular tablets each day.  The recommended initial dose is 150mg per day, which is gradually increased by 50mg per day every three to seven days. Trazodone should be taken after a meal to reduce the risk of dizziness. The amount of medication absorbed into the body is also increased after eating.

What is the different dosage available?

The dosage is available from 50mg, 100mg, 150 mg, 300mg per day. This dosage depends on finding an optimal dose with maximum efficacy; the doses are frequently and gradually increased.

The initial dose of extended-release tablets is 150 mg at bedtime, which is gradually raised by 75mg every three days. Extended-release tablets should not be crushed or chewed and should be swallowed whole. The maximum daily dose is 375mg.

What is the recommended dosage?

The most recommended dosage is 150-300mg per day prescribed by the healthcare system based on your health condition.

What is the maximum dosage?

The maximum dosage is  375mg daily as an oral tablet.

What if you forget a dose of Desyrel?

As soon as you recollect, take the missed dose. If the next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose and return to your regular dosing plan. To make up for a missing dose, do not take a double dose.

Desyrel Precautions:

What should you know about Desyrel (Trazodone)  before you start taking it?

Inform your doctor and pharmacist If you are allergic to trazodone or any other drugs.  Inform them if you are prescribed earlier with any monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor like isocarboxazid (Marplan), linezolid, methylene blue, phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate), or if you've stopped taking one in the last 14 days. Inform them even if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to get pregnant. Consult with your doctor about the safe consumption of alcoholic beverages while taking trazodone.

Desyrel Side Effects:

What are the side effects of Desyrel (Trazodone)?

The most common side effects of trazodone are:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Insomnia
• Agitation
• Tiredness
• Dry mouth

Desyrel Drug Interactions:

Does this medication interact with other drugs, foods, or alcohol?

Antidepressants that increase serotonin levels in the brain, such as trazodone, should not be used with MAO inhibitors. MAO inhibitors include the like drugs: Procarbazine (Marplan)  phenelzine (Nardil) tranylcypromine (Parnate) etc.

Storage:

How should this medication be stored?

Trazodone should be stored at room temperature (15ºC-30ºC)away from light, heat, moisture, and reach of the children.

Other Important Information:

• Make sure no one else uses this medication without any prescription.
• Trazodone might trigger dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting When you rise too rapidly from a lying posture.
• Before stopping this medication speak with your healthcare practitioner as they gradually lower your dose and then stop.

FAQs:

What are the other medicinal uses of Trazodone?

Trazodone is also used to treat insomnia, schizophrenia (a mental condition characterized by abnormal or disturbed thinking, a loss of interest in life, and intense or inappropriate emotions), and anxiety (excessive worry). Trazodone is also used to treat abnormal, uncontrollable movements that might occur as a side effect of other drugs, as well as the treatment of alcoholism. Discuss the risks of using this medication for your medical condition with your doctor.

Will trazodone help me sleep?

Trazodone can help you sleep, and it also has the side effect of making you sleepy. Trazodone is often prescribed by doctors for insomnia, especially in those who are depressed and have trouble sleeping.

What is the best time of day to take Desyrel (Trazodone)?

It is recommended to take trazodone every night. One can use it for a long time without the risk of prolonged side effects. After a meal, it can be taken at night. It helps you sleep better and treat insomnia and sleeplessness effectively.

What should I avoid while taking trazodone?

Do not consume alcoholic beverages. It may trigger some serious side effects. Consult your doctor before taking any other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicine (NSAID) like aspirin, ibuprofen, Advil, or Motrin. Avoid driving or engaging in dangerous activities until you have a better understanding of how Desyrel will impact you.

How fast does Desyrel (Trazodone) start working?

Trazodone may start to reduce depression 1 to 2 weeks after you start taking it, but the full benefit of the prescription may take up to 6 weeks to kick in.