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Side effects of Trazodone
Doctor advised me trazodone, for sleep but, he told me it has a de effect of painful erection.
I am already frightened, Should I not use it?
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Trazodone can rarely cause that side effect, but most people never experience it. Don’t stop or skip without telling your doctor. Share your worry openly with them—they’ll guide you safely. Your concern is valid, and you’re not alone in this.
Next Steps
Talk to your doctor.
Start with lowest dose.
Monitor body signals.
Seek urgent help if pain occurs.
Stay calm, don’t panic.
Health Tips
Take medicine only as prescribed.
Relax before sleep.
Avoid caffeine and screens late.
Practice deep breathing.
Trust your doctor’s guidance.
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Trazodone is often prescribed for sleep problems, and while it can sometimes cause prolonged or painful erections (called priapism), this side effect is very rare. Most people take the medicine safely without experiencing it.
Next Steps
If you notice any unusual or painful erection lasting more than 3-4 hours, you should seek immediate medical attention, as it requires prompt treatment. Otherwise, you can continue the medicine as advised, under your doctor's supervision.
Health Tips
Do not stop or avoid the medicine out of fear, but make sure you stay in touch with your treating doctor and report any concerns early. Practicing good sleep hygiene along with medication can further improve sleep quality.
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Hi,
Trazodone is sometimes prescribed for sleep problems. One rare side effect is priapism (a painful, prolonged erection), but this occurs in less than 1% of people. Your doctor mentioned it to keep you informed, not to alarm you. For most patients, trazodone is well tolerated and effective for sleep.
Next Steps
1. Take the medicine only as prescribed by your doctor.
2. If you ever develop an erection lasting more than 4 hours, seek urgent medical help immediately.
3. If you are very anxious about this side effect, discuss alternative sleep medications or non-medication strategies with your doctor.
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Health Tips
1. Don’t stop or avoid a prescribed medicine out of fear without discussing it with your doctor.
2. Most side effects are uncommon, but being aware helps you act quickly if they occur.
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Your doctor has advised you of what could happen. It’s not that if you take trazodone , you will definitely get painful erections. Just making you aware of the possible side effects. Do take the meds as prescribed, if you face problems do discuss with your psychiatrist and necessary modifications will be made
Health Tips
Do not self medicate/ alter dose by yourself
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Side effects may occur with few medication but not compulsory and are not irreversible
Symptoms reduce after stoppage of medication and other good drug’s are also available with less side effects..
Consult online for further assessment and treatment
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