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Been on 50mg of trazadone for sleep for 5 mos have cut back to 25 mg last 2 weeks now i am doing a 1/4 tablet for 3 nights should that be good for tapering off ?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Should be Ok: My rule about stopping medications like Trazadone is involve your PCP in this process. A simple phone call should do. Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Answered 7/21/2019

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Dr. Charles Turck answered

Specializes in Pharmacology

2-4 weeks is ok: First, any tapering should be done under the supervision of and with guidance from your doctor. That said, typical rates of tapering for trazodone are over the course of 2-4 weeks. Too fast, and it may cause discontinuation/withdrawal symptoms, which may include anxiety, headache, myalgia, nausea, and general weakness.

Answered 7/25/2019

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