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I take trazodone for sleep make me sleep in 10 min but i dont sleep more then 5h do u think elavil (amitriptyline) make me sleep fast as trazodone and sleep longer?

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Trazodone doesn't: usually act this way. It typically takes longer to act, and puts people out longer, with a longer hang over the next morning than Elavil (amitriptyline) or other sleep aids. Elavil (amitriptyline) is another antidepressant in this class, but has a bad reputation for side effects, mostly weight gain (not so for Trazodone). Check with your MD for dosages and also for alternative sleepers...

Answered 5/10/2016

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Medication should be managed by your Psychiatrist. It's a good idea to have a complete physical exam to know if you have a physical illness that is causing symptoms, e.g. sleep apnea. You may need a sleep study. You could be helped by a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in multiple types of psychotherapy. If you are not confident with your Psychiatrist please see another for a second opinion.

Answered 11/29/2022

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