TRAZOLAN (TRAZODONE) INDICATIONS
Trazolan is used for treating depression. It may also be used for relief of an anxiety disorder (eg, sleeplessness, tension), chronic pain. Trazolan is an antidepressant. It is thought to increase the activity of one of the brain chemicals (serotonin), which helps elevate mood.
TRAZOLAN (TRAZODONE) INSTRUCTIONS
Use Trazolan as directed by your doctor.
- Take Trazolan shortly after a meal or light snack.
- It may take 1 to 4 weeks for Trazolan to work. Do not stop taking Trazolan without checking with your doctor.
- If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up. If more than one dose is missed, restart medication and advise your doctor or pharmacist at your next appointment.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Trazolan.
TRAZOLAN (TRAZODONE) STORAGE
Store Trazolan at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) in a tight, light-resistant container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Protect from temperatures above 104 degrees F (40 degrees C). Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Trazolan out of the reach of children and away from pets.
Do NOT use Trazolan if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Trazolan or nefazodone
- you are taking sodium oxybate (GHB).
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Some medical conditions may interact with Trazolan . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have heart disease including irregular heartbeat or have had a heart attack
- if you have a history of depression or suicidal tendencies
- if you are scheduled to have surgery
- if you consume alcoholic beverages.
Some medicines may interact with Trazolan . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Carbamazepine, ethanol, ginkgo biloba, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine), or serotonin reuptake inhibitors (eg, fluoxetine) because side effects, such as increased drowsiness or blurred vision, may occur
- Buspirone, carbamazepine, digoxin, hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), itraconazole, ketoconazole, nefazodone, serotonin reuptake inhibitors (eg, fluoxetine), or sodium oxybate (GHB) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Trazolan
- Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because they may decrease Trazolan's effectiveness. Your doctor may want to adjust your dose while taking Trazolan .
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Trazolan may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Important safety information:
- Trazolan may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Trazolan with caution. Do not drive or perform other possible unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
- Do not drink alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are using Trazolan; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
- Children, teenagers, and young adults who take Trazolan may be at increased risk for suicidal thoughts or actions. Watch all patients who take Trazolan closely. Contact the doctor at once if new, worsened, or sudden symptoms such as depressed mood; anxious, restless, or irritable behavior; panic attacks; or any unusual change in mood or behavior occur. Contact the doctor right away if any signs of suicidal thoughts or actions occur.
- Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Trazolan before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- Trazolan should not be used in children younger 6 years; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed. nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have heart disease including irregular heartbeat or have had a heart attack
- if you have a history of depression or suicidal tendencies
- if you are scheduled to have surgery
- if you consume alcoholic beverages.
Some medicines may interact with Trazolan . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Carbamazepine, ethanol, ginkgo biloba, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine), or serotonin reuptake inhibitors (eg, fluoxetine) because side effects, such as increased drowsiness or blurred vision, may occur
- Buspirone, carbamazepine, digoxin, hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), itraconazole, ketoconazole, nefazodone, serotonin reuptake inhibitors (eg, fluoxetine), or sodium oxybate (GHB) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Trazolan
- Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because they may decrease Trazolan's effectiveness. Your doctor may want to adjust your dose while taking Trazolan .
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Trazolan
Important safety information:
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- Do not drink alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are using Trazolan; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
- Children, teenagers, and young adults who take Trazolan may be at increased risk for suicidal thoughts or actions. Watch all patients who take Trazolan closely. Contact the doctor at once if new, worsened, or sudden symptoms such as depressed mood; anxious, restless, or irritable behavior; pan
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.
Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:
Blurred vision; constipation; decreased appetite; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; general body discomfort; headache; incoordination; light-headedness; muscle aches/pains; nausea; nervousness; sleeplessness; stomach pain; stuffy nose; swelling of the skin; tiredness; tremors.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these severe side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blood in urine; chest pain; fainting; hallucinations; irregular heartbeat; light-headedness when rising from a lying or seated position; prolonged, inappropriate, or painful erections; seizures; shortness of breath; stroke; vomiting.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider.