Drug Interaction Trazodone
Health Encyclopedia: Insomnia Medications
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According to a major 2003 survey, about 20% of American older adults use some form of sleep aid, including prescription or over-the-counter drugs, or alcohol. Furthermore, 15% use such aids every night.
It should be stressed that only behavioral or psychologic techniques can actually cure insomnia, whereas prolonged use of sleeping pills can only result in dependency.
In general, the following precautions are important:
- Start with non-prescription medication.
- Drugs used specifically for i...
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This medication is used to treat depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance... Read more »
This medication is used to treat depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance... Read more »
...or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you... Read more »
This medication is used to treat depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a... Read more »
...or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you... Read more »
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