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Trazodone FAQs

How much does Trazodone cost without insurance?

Trazodone may cost around $38.28 for 30, 50mg tablets without insurance coverage. The cost of Trazodone without insurance can vary based on the pharmacy location and quantity prescribed. Contact your local pharmacy to determine the cost of your medication without insurance. Using a SingleCare Trazodone discount card could help you save on the cash price of your prescription medication. You may be able to pay $6.06 for 30, 50mg tablets when you use a Trazodone discount card at participating neighborhood pharmacies.

How much does Trazodone cost with insurance?

The cost of Trazodone with insurance can vary based on the type of insurance coverage plan that you are enrolled in. Different factors can affect the cost with insurance, such as the plan’s formulary and your current coverage stage. If you need to meet your deductible, you may have to pay the full cash price of the medication. Contact your insurance provider directly to find out how much Trazodone costs under your current insurance plan. In some cases, SingleCare may help you save more on Trazodone than your insurance. Compare the cost with your insurance to the price with a savings card before purchasing. 

Does Medicare cover Trazodone and how much does it cost?

Medicare coverage will vary by plan and prescription. Most Medicare prescription drug plans will help cover the cost of trazodone, as trazodone is a generic prescription drug. Ask a pharmacist to find out if your Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage plan covers Trazodone. You can also contact your Medicare insurance plan’s provider directly to determine your potential copay or coinsurance amount for Trazodone. If the cost of Trazodone is high with Medicare coverage, you can try a SingleCare prescription discount card to save more. Use a SingleCare savings card today at participating pharmacies to potentially lower your Trazodone costs.

What is the brand name of Trazodone?

Trazodone is only available as a generic prescription drug. It is manufactured by various companies, including Apotex, Mylan, and Teva Pharmaceuticals. Brand-name versions of this drug include Desyrel and Oleptro. However, the brand-name versions of Trazodone have been discontinued in the United States. 

What is Trazodone?

Trazodone is an FDA-approved prescription medication used to treat major depressive disorder. It is approved to be taken daily to help improve symptoms of depression. However, Trazodone can also be used off-label to improve insomnia and anxiety related to depression. Trazodone belongs to a class of drugs called serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitors (SARIs). 

Trazodone is available in the form of an oral tablet that is usually used once or twice daily after a meal or snack. A healthcare provider will recommend an appropriate dosage based on an assessment of your current medical condition, other drugs you are currently taking, and your response to treatment. For example, if you experience drowsiness and you are taking one dose daily, a healthcare provider may recommend taking your dose at bedtime.

Use this medication exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not increase your dosage or use this drug more frequently than recommended. Taking trazodone without guidance from a healthcare provider could increase the risk of side effects. 

Continue using this medication even if you feel well. Try taking it at the same time every day to help yourself remember. Do not stop using this medication without consulting your doctor. Withdrawal symptoms, such as agitation, anxiety, and trouble sleeping, can occur if the drug is suddenly stopped.

What are the side effects of Trazodone?

The most common side effects of trazodone include:

• Dizziness

• Sleepiness

• Tiredness 

• Diarrhea

• Blurred vision

• Swelling of the arms or legs

• Stuffy nose

• Weight loss

Other side effects may include constipation, dry mouth, fatigue, headache, tremors, aches or pains, and weight gain. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen. Compared to other antidepressants, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), trazodone causes fewer sexual side effects. Some people may experience increased sex drive (libido) while taking trazodone. 

Trazodone may increase serotonin levels and increase the risk of a serious condition known as serotonin syndrome. The risk of serotonin syndrome is amplified if you are taking other drugs that increase serotonin levels with Trazodone. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop symptoms such as a fast heartbeat, hallucinations, loss of coordination, severe dizziness, severe nausea and vomiting, twitching muscles, unexplained fever, and unusual restlessness.

Other serious side effects that are possible while taking Trazodone include suicidal thoughts or behaviors, heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias), low blood pressure when moving from a lying or sitting position to a standing position (orthostatic hypotension), an increased risk of bleeding, a painful or prolonged erection (priapism), mania or hypomania, angle-closure glaucoma, and low blood sodium levels (hyponatremia). 

Serious allergic reactions to this medication are rare. However, you should seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, such as itching, rash, swelling of the face or throat, severe dizziness, chest tightness, or trouble breathing.

Consult your doctor or healthcare provider for medical advice on the risks and benefits of using Trazodone as this is not a complete list of side effects.

Can you use Trazodone for sleep?

Trazodone is often prescribed off-label to treat short-term insomnia. In other words, trazodone has not been approved by the FDA to treat insomnia. However, studies suggest that trazodone is a useful sleep aid, especially for people who experience insomnia with depression. Trazodone may decrease the time it takes to fall asleep and help you stay asleep longer. Trazodone is usually taken 30 minutes before bed as a sleep aid, and it should only be taken around eight to nine hours before needing to wake up.