Generic Name - Trazodone
Category - Antidepressant medication
Indications
Depression.
Generic Trazodone is indicated to treat depression. Trazodone is in a class of medications called serotonin modulators. It works by increasing the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance
Generic for Trazodone Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Trazodone is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or prone to second and third degree heart block, manifested heart failure or cardiogenic shock.
Generic Trazodone should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Heart disease
Kidney disease
Liver disease.
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Trazodone. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Antihypertensives.
Central nervous system depressants.
Tricyclic depressants.
Generic for Trazodone Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericTrazodone
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Trazodone for depression is 150 mg/day in divided doses is suggested. The dose may be increased by 50 mg/day every three to four days. The maximum dose for outpatients usually should not exceed 400 mg/day in divided doses.
Generic for Trazodone Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Trazodone side Effects include fainting spells, fast or irregular heartbeat (palpitations), painful erections or other sexual dysfunction,
skin rash and trembling.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Trazodone.
Generic for Trazodone and Pregnancy
Use of Generic Trazodone during pregnancy have not been studies. It is recommended that pregnant women do consult your doctor before using Generic Trazodone during pregnancy.
Generic for Trazodone and Breastfeeding
Generic Trazodone is passed into breast milk. Hence, it is not recommended to use Generic Trazodone while breastfeeding a baby.
Generic for Trazodone and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Trazodone in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Trazodone and Geriatric
It is best to talk to your doctor and seek medical opinion before using Generic Trazodone in geriatric patients.
Note
The above information about Generic Trazodone serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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