Trazodone is a drug indicated for the treatment of depression, anxiety, major depression, or chronic or neurogenic pain, such as those in diabetic neuropathy, for example.
In addition, it works in the brain by increasing the concentration of Serotonin, a hormone responsible for regulating mood, thus helping to reduce symptoms associated with depression.
- The price of trazodone ranges from 65 to 75 reais and can be purchased from pharmacies or online stores.
- Requiring a prescription.
Trazodone tablets should be swallowed whole, without breaking or chewing and recommended doses should be indicated by the doctor and differ between adults and the elderly.
Doses between 50 and 150 mg are recommended, which should be taken twice daily, every 12 hours.
Doses of 75 mg per day are recommended, according to your doctor’s instructions.
Some of the side effects of trazodone may include dizziness, nausea, dry mouth, drowsiness and an unpleasant taste in the mouth.
Trazodone is contraadized for pregnant or lactating women, patients with heart, kidney or liver problems, and patients allergic to trazodone or other components of the formula.