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Trazodone makes me feel tired all day. is this a normal side effect?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Trazodone: Is an antidepressant with known anticholinergic & sedative properties, leading to sleep & drying effects. Depending on the dose, next day sedation can occur. Consult your prescribing doctor.

Dr Rhoades agreed

Answered 3/15/2015

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