TRAZODONE FOR INSOMNIA | Learn the Side Effects and What to Expect

Trazodone is a commonly prescribed sleep aid. It was first designed to treat depression but has been found to be more useful in sleep. In this video we will go over the most common side effects, how to appropriately take it and what are the most concerning affects that can happen that you need to be aware of. It can be a great medication for some but for others it may not be as effective. Make sure you watch before going on this medication so you can be informed.

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[pou]

I've been on this for years and it was a lifesaver. I didn't have trouble falling asleep, I had trouble staying asleep. Until I started on Trazadone I woke up at 3 a.m. Every. Single.Morning. Now I sleep through the night. Any side effects are nothing compared to extreme insomnia.

[jnhill]

I've been on Trazodone for 7 years now and wish I had been prescribed it earlier. I had such bad insomnia and anxiety before, I had trouble keeping a job and relationships. Now I have a good career and I am so content with my life. I hate the ridicule I receive from people though, when I tell them I take a prescription drug for anxiety. Too many people don't realize that some people need medications, they think doctors push these drugs on us but that is not the case at all.

[kurt_xx]

i've been taking 100mg trazodone for about a year now, and it's crazy to see how much something as simple as sleeping 7-8 hours a night can improve your overall mental health and help manage adhd symptoms

[spoonky]

Been on it for 10 years for insomnia. Works great, live it!

[susanquirk]

I have been on 100mg of Trazodone for three years. This medication saved my life after suffering the most horrible insomnia for ten years. I had tried everything, meditation, cognitive behavioral therapy, even going to the sleep clinic at John’s Hopkins. Finally a new GP put me on to Trazodone which worked the first night I took it. I will be forever grateful to her for matching me up with this wonderful cmedication.

[mg]

I’ve been on trazodone for 18 years, and it still knocks me out within 15 minutes of taking it. I love the fact I can sleep through the night. Might also have to do with praying that I fall asleep quick.

[Steve-nshb]

Been waking up at 3am for years..wide awake and taking 2 hours to go back to sleep. Two years ago my doc prescribed 25mg, . I finally dialed in at 200mg. Sleep like a baby. Most restful satisfying sleep ever. No side effects. Godsend. Changed my life. You need your z's.

[rollingbnb]

I have been on Trazodone for 20+ years. I have never had a side effect and never wake up anything but rested and alert. That is the best thing about this drug, besides how well it works.

[steaksandwiches]

This drug has changed my life. I got off of Xanax and use this to slow down my thoughts. I take 100 mg a day. It also chills me out for the rest of the day. Very grateful for my doctor with this.

[debwillms]

I’ve been taking it for 30+ years. Started at 300 mg, worked my self down to 150 mg. Works great, occasionally I won’t get sleepy, but I have a protein snack and I’m out in 15 minutes. I have fibromyalgia and lost my ability to sleep at all. So grateful for this medication.

[ChodeTheToad]

I started taking trazadone while in the military due to having severe insomnia during deployments and rotations. I fall asleep and stay asleep now. I definitely notice the dizziness the rare times I do wake up in the middle of the night, typically to use the restroom. Also the fogginess when initially waking up. Overall though my experience has been extremely positive and I would highly recommend it as an option to anyone with severe sleep issues.

[sunshinegirl]

I have taken Trazodone for 15 years. I had insomnia soooo bad after I had a nervous breakdown !!! I really like Trazodone. It has absolutely worked for me. I haven't really noticed any bad side effects.

[robinwoodard]

I've been taking Trazone for 15 years. Game changer for me. No side effects at all. It's not addicted have stopped for 3 months no problem. I don't have problems going to sleep just staying a sleep. I also don't feel groggy in the morning. Can get up in the middle night to go bathroom and Comfortably fall back to sleep. Would recommend.

[cristinaramirez]

This medication made me loss weight and increased my anxiety. This medication isn’t meant for everyone, but I’m glad that it helped many people with their mental health.

[angelaharris]

I've been taking 200mg for years. Only thing that helps me with my PTSD, to sleep thru the night without nightmares.

[maddiholm]

i only have to take 25mg to sleep and not be groggy in the morning! it’s crazy to see how high people have dosages for. i’m glad this medication works for me and others! i’m so grateful.

[makailablumhagen]

Is anyone else here because their dog started taking this and now want to know how people feel on it 😅. It sounds like a ton of people have had good experiences so that makes me feel a lot better!

[Michelina]

The one thing I didn’t like about this medication is the next day I was feeling so hungover from it, but it did do the job of getting me to sleep

[debbieschultz]

I’ve been on Trazodone for two decades. I can’t sleep with out it. I’m not interested in what someone has to say that’s negative. My medicines work for me and that’s all I care about. I’m alive and doing the best I All medication has side effects.

[cynthiajelsema]

I've used it for years. It works well for me. I do wish sometimes I could be a little less tired in the morning, but the good night sleep is worth it. My dog used it after he was neutered, so he wouldn't chew himself, lol. The vet gave me a few of them. She called them tranquilizers. Same dose I take. Now every year on the 4th of July we both take one.