• INDICATIONS

  Desyrel is used for treating depression. It may also be used for relief of an anxiety disorder (eg, sleeplessness, tension), chronic pain. Desyrel is an antidepressant. It is thought to increase the activity of one of the brain chemicals (serotonin), which helps elevate mood.

  INSTRUCTIONS 

  Use Desyrel as directed by your doctor.

  Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Desyrel.

  STORAGE

  Store Desyrel at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) in a tight, light-resistant container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Protect from temperatures above 104 degrees F (40 degrees C). Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Desyrel out of the reach of children and away from pets.

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  Active Ingredient: Trazodone HCl.

Do NOT use Desyrel if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Some medical conditions may interact with Desyrel. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some medicines may interact with Desyrel. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Desyrel may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

Important safety information:

• All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

  Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:

  Blurred vision; constipation; decreased appetite; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; general body discomfort; headache; incoordination; light-headedness; muscle aches/pains; nausea; nervousness; sleeplessness; stomach pain; stuffy nose; swelling of the skin; tiredness; tremors.

  Seek medical attention right away if any of these severe side effects occur:

  Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blood in urine; chest pain; fainting; hallucinations; irregular heartbeat; light-headedness when rising from a lying or seated position; prolonged, inappropriate, or painful erections; seizures; shortness of breath; stroke; vomiting.

  This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider.