Trazodone Side Effects Include Heart Problems & Hallucinations

Trazodone is an antidepressant drug that works in a slightly different manner than more popular medications like Zoloft and Prozac. It is classified as an SARI, or serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor. It acts to increase the amount of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain, which is responsible for mental wellbeing.

The medication is mainly prescribed to treat all forms of depression, but those with insomnia and other sleep issues may see some relief after taking the drug for some period of time.

It is sold under the names Desyrel, Oleptro, Molipaxin and Trittico, among others, and was approved by the FDA in 1981.

While trazodone can be effective in treating depression and other health problems, as with other antidepressant meds there can be some very serious side effects to contend with. So while your depression may subside a bit, you could very well suffer some equally debilitating adverse reaction from taking the medication. It's up to you to decide if it's worth the risk.

Potential Side Effects of Trazodone

Those taking the drug have reported a host of different problems. The following are taken directly from the official Trazodone(Desyrel) Prescribing Information document:

Most Common Trazodone Side Effects

• Blurred Vision
• Constipation
• Dry Mouth
• Hypotension
• Confusion
• Dizziness/Lightheadedness
• Drowsiness
• Fatigue
• Nervousness
• Nausea/Vomiting
• Tremors
• Weight Gain

Other Potential issues

The Trazodone Prescribing Information also warns: "Trazodone has been associated with the occurrence of priaprism (condition where penis is continually erect). Surgical intervention was required and, in some of these cases, permanent impairment of erectile function or impotence occurred."

Also the following warning: "Caution should be used when administering trazodone to patients with cardiac disease...antidepressant drugs have been associated with the occurrence of cardiac arrhythmias.

There have been documented cases of anemia, chest pain, hallucinations/delusions, hypomania, impaired speech, muscle twitches and increased urinary frequency as a result of Trazodone usage.

The increased potential for suicidal thoughts in those taking antidepressant drugs has been a major topic in recent years. That's pretty ironic, isn't it?

The drug is designed to make you less depressed...yet there are more and more documented cases of children and teenagers actually feeling worse than they did before taking it? Scary.

Over the past few years manufacturers of Trazodone as well as other antidepressants have been forced to include a special boxed warning on the topic of suicidal thoughts and tendencies. It is a real concern.

If you do decide to take Trazodone or are currently taking it, make sure you are aware of all of the possible side effects and make sure that your physician is fully aware of your medical history and current health condition.

A Natural Alternative to Trazodone

More and more studies are pointing to the fact that depression is not an inevitability, it is simply the result of deteriorating health of the chemicals in your brain. One of these chemicals is serotonin, which Trazodone and similar meds try to balance.

The reason that these chemicals are compromised is that they are getting an inadequate supply of nutrients. As with the rest of your body, if the brain isn't getting enough nutrients, it can not perform optimally.

Fortunately there are supplements that can help nourish the brain, improve nutrient delivery and provide a calming effect similar to that provided by SSRI drugs, but naturally and without side effects.

We have found one such product, called Neuro Natural Serenity which contains all natural ingredients that may help alleviate feelings of depression as well as promote general health and well-being. Neuro-Natural Serenity has a synergized blend of herbs, vitamins and minerals for depression as well as other important nutrients for overall health.

More information about Neuro-Natural Serenity:

We extensively researched the company that makes this natural formula and have found that they adhere to strict GMP compliance, which are the highest manufacturing standards in the world. This ensures the quality and effectiveness of the ingredients.

Also, they only use standardized herbal extracts, the purest herbal extracts with the highest quality and therapeutic benefits.

All of the ingredients in Neuro-Natural Serenity are supported with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) which guarantees their potency and safety.

Lastly, all of the nutritional products are formulated by a highly-trained, highly-credentialed scientific team that can blend these nutrients perfectly to ensure that they do not interact adversely and offer the maximum benefits to your body.

Read more about Neuro-Natural Serenity and see how you can avoid Trazodone side effects today.

As with all health supplements, be sure to consult your physician or qualified medical professional before taking any product to avoid possible Trazodone side effects.

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