Generic Name:
TRAZODONE (TRAZ-oh-done)
Drug Manufacturer:
SIDMAK
LABS
Common Uses:
This
medicine is a modified cyclic antidepressant used to treat depression. It
may also be used for relief of an anxiety disorder (e.g., sleeplessness,
tension), chronic pain or to treat other conditions as determined by your
doctor.
How to use this Medicine:
Follow
the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. TAKE THIS
MEDICINE with food. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a
tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. CONTINUE TO TAKE THIS
MEDICINE even if you feel better. Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE
OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take 2 doses at once.
Cautions:
IF YOU
HAVE HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION to nefazodone, contact your doctor or
pharmacist BEFORE TAKING THIS MEDICINE. A severe allergic reaction includes
a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. IT MAY TAKE 1 TO
4 WEEKS for this medicine to work. Do not stop using this medicine without
checking with your doctor. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while
you are taking this medicine. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR DENTAL
TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE, OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist that you
are using this medicine. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING
ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this medicine.
Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen
your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. THIS
MEDICINE WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of alcohol and other depressants. Ask your
pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are depressants.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or
over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU
PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks
of using this medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST
MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this
medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your
baby.
Possible Side Effects:
SIDE
EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include drowsiness, dizziness,
dry mouth, headache, or nausea. If they continue or are bothersome, check
with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you
experience lightheadedness, fainting, blood in urine, shortness of breath,
vomiting, irregular heartbeat, or prolonged, inappropriate, or painful
erection in males. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.