The blocking of the 5-HT2A, histamine H1, and alpha receptors is thought to produce the hypnotic effect reported for low doses of trazodone (25–100mg)
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The targeted intervention was a minimum dose of 25 mg of trazodone daily, for at least 1 week, to observe the chronic effects of this drug and not the effects obtained
Starting dose: 150 mg in divided doses daily
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Torsade de pointes, and ventricular tachycardia have been reported in patients with doses up to 100 mg/day
Dose Selection An initial dose of 150 mg/day in divided doses is suggested
Manufacturer's PIL, Trazodone Hydrochloride 50 mg and 100 mg Capsules; Zentiva, The electronic Medicines Compendium
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Trazodone is safe to take for a long time
For some people, even lower doses may prove
Trazodone is only available as a generic drug; all brands have been discontinued
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11 At these low doses, trazodone induces and maintains sleep without causing daytime drowsiness or tolerance, mainly because of its short half-life (3–6 hours)
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The targeted intervention was a minimum dose of 25 mg of trazodone daily, for at least 1 week, to observe the chronic effects of this drug and not the effects obtained after a single dose
Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment
The FDA also outlines a very serious potential consequence of consuming alcohol while taking trazodone: overdosage
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51% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 31% reported a negative experience
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It prevents the uptake of serotonin by the brain nerves, thereby it is effective for the treatment of