Question 1

how long before trazodone (desyrel) 50 mg takes effect?

Accepted Answer

For sleep: For sleep less than an hour.  For depression two to four weeks.

Question 2

what to do if i had 50 mg of trazodone two days ago and am still feeling the effects. how long does it take to wear off?

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That is my short ans: 50 mgm trazadone, 48 hours later you still have the effects. 
You probably went to see an md with some complaints, which included sleep disturbance.He gave you trazadone and you sort of sleeping since then.
Time for total truth. 
What else are you taking ...

Question 3

can diclofenac 50 mg be taken with trazodone 50 mg?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: If taken together may increase risk for bleeding  of upper digestive system (GI). For more information talk to your treating physician.

Question 4

hello. dr.says ok to take 5mg of lexapro and 50 mg of trazodone. is this a common combination? i have read so many conflicting views. thank you so much?

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: Yes it is. If you are concerned with the regimen, then let your doctor know.

Question 5

what is desyrel (trazodone)?

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Desyrel (trazodone): It is the brand name for trazodone, an antidepressant which is mainly used to help people sleep. Only doses above 400mg has antidepressant effects but that would usually cause so much sleepiness that it is not used at all for depression. Most people sleep well at 100mg or below. A minority needs up to 450mg to sleep well, but they have other severe mental problems also.

Question 6

how should you use trazodone?

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Trazodone: Usually at bedtime, & as prescribed by your doctor, due to sedative effect.

Question 7

can you overdose on trazodone?

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trazadone: Yes.
It is a tricyclic antidepressant and very toxic on overdose to the heart.

Question 8

what kind of drug is trazodone?

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Trazodone: Is an antidepressant with known anticholinergic &amp; sedative properties, leading to sleep &amp; drying effects.

Question 9

is trazodone a safe medication.

Accepted Answer

Yes but be cautious: Any medication, regardless of prescription or over-the-counter (otc), should be consulted with a doctor and is safe if following doctors orders.  Trazadone is an anti-depressant and is safe but under the close supervision of a doctor.

Question 10

what is trazodone used to treat?

Accepted Answer

Trazodone: Trazodone is indicated for major depressive disorder and insomnia.

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