The dosage of trazodone hydrochloride tablets cannot be summarized simply as follows.
1. The recommended dosage for the first administration for adults is 25mg~50mg at bedtime, 100mg~150mg per day in divided doses starting the next day, and the daily dose can be increased by 50mg every three to four days.
2. For outpatients, the maximum dose should not exceed 400mg per day in divided doses.
3. For hospitalized patients, the maximum daily dose should not exceed 600mg in divided doses.
The drug belongs to the 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor antagonist and 5-hydroxytryptamine reuptake inhibitor antidepressants, its mechanism of action is to antagonize the 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor and inhibit the reabsorption of 5-hydroxytryptamine, which has a central calming, slight muscle relaxation effect.
Clinically the drug is used not only for the treatment of depression, but also for the treatment of patients with or without anxiety.
After the use of the drug there are adverse reactions such as dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea, edema.
It is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to any of the components of the product.
The minimum effective dose should be used during the period of use; during the period of use, it is not allowed to drive machines, vehicles, ships, engage in aerial work, mechanical work and operation of precision instruments; pregnant women and lactating women should be cautious.
If you need to use drugs, should be used under the guidance of a specialist, not self-medication.