Gabapentin is used to control seizures, to treat nerve pain that can happen after having had shingles, and to treat a condition called restless legs syndrome. In addition to these FDA-approved uses, doctors sometimes prescribe gabapentin off-label. Off-label use means there is some evidence to show that a drug may be medically appropriate to treat … Read more
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: More common Blurred vision confusion dizziness dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up … Read more
It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits, to allow for changes in your dose and to help manage any unwanted effects. Do not take trazodone with a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (eg, isocarboxazid [Marplan®], linezolid (Zyvox®), methylene blue, phenelzine [Nardil®], selegiline [Eldepryl®], tranylcypromine [Parnate®]). Do not start taking trazodone … Read more
Take Trazodone only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have … Read more
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your … Read more
Cautions with other medicines Many medicines can affect the way trazodone works, and trazodone can do the same to other medicines. Both can increase the chances of you having side effects. Tell your doctor if you’re taking any of these medicines before you start trazodone: tranylcypromine, phenelzine or isocarboxazid (for depression), or selegiline (for Parkinson’s … Read more
Trazodone and gabapentin are two medications commonly used off-label for various conditions beyond their primary indications. Here are the key differences in their off-label uses: 1. Trazodone (Primary Use: Antidepressant) Off-Label Uses: Insomnia: Trazodone is frequently prescribed off-label for sleep disturbances, particularly in patients who struggle with falling or staying asleep. It has sedative properties … Read more
Trazodone is frequently prescribed off-label for the treatment of insomnia, despite being developed and approved primarily as an antidepressant. Its use for insomnia has gained popularity due to its sedative properties, relatively favorable safety profile, and non-addictive nature, especially compared to traditional sleep medications like benzodiazepines. Insomnia is a common sleep disorder. With insomnia, you … Read more