Desyrel

Indicated to address depressive episodes and utilized to support sleep quality.

Strengths: 25 · 50 · 100mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Molipaxin

Therapeutic class

Antidepressant

Pharmacological class

SARI

Known off-label uses

insomnia

Contraindications

acute recovery phase of myocardial infarction

Precautions and warnings

avoid alcohol; risk of orthostatic hypotension

Minor side effects

drowsiness; dry mouth; dizziness

Moderate side effects

nausea; blurred vision

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Patient summary

Indicated to address depressive episodes and utilized to support sleep quality.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Sanofi

Onset Time

1–2 weeks

Duration

24 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C.

Drug interactions

cns depressants; mao inhibitors

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Consult your doctor.

Serious side effects

priapism — requires immediate medical attention; serotonin syndrome — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

Antidepressant that modulates serotonin levels in the brain. It acts as both a serotonin agonist, binding to receptors, and antagonist, blocking reuptake, helping to improve mood and sleep quality.

Desyrel

Indicated to address depressive episodes and utilized to support sleep quality.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Trazodone
  • Listed indication(s): Major Depressive Disorder

Usually available as

  • 360 tablets - 25 mg58-25-mg-2680
  • 180 tablets - 50 mg58-50-mg-2685
  • 120 tablets - 100 mg58-100-mg-2690