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Trazodone - Drug Toxicity


Latest prescription information about Trazodone. Learn how to pronounce the drug's name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list. We recommend consulting your doctor to verify the information presented on this page or if you need any further clarifications.

Drug Name : Trazodone

Indication :


Trazodone is an antidepressant of chemical origin.

Physiology :


Trazodone is an antidepressant that is pharmacologically different from other drugs.

Normal Values :


0.5-2.0 µg/mL (1-4.8 µmol/L)

Critical Values :


> 4 µg/mL (> 10µmol/L)

Test Method :


High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC).

Side effects :


Side effects of trazodone include allergic reactions, abnormal heart rate, nausea, low blood pressure, possible suicidal thoughts, low blood sodium levels, sedation, and hypersalivation. It may cause priapism or prolonged and painful erection. A side effect called serotonin syndrome may occur characterized by symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, increased heart rate, fever, agitation and hallucinations.
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