Common side effects of Desyrel (Trazodone) may include:
- drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness;
- diarrhea, constipation; or
The above side effects should not alarm you.
Serious side effects of Desyrel (Trazodone) may include:
- fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, shortness of breath, and sudden dizziness (like you might pass out);
- unusual thoughts or behavior; or
- easy bruising, unusual bleeding;
If you have any of the above side effects, contact your doctor right away.
Signs to watch for:
low levels of sodium in the body: headache, confusion, slurred speech, severe weakness, vomiting, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady.
serotonin syndrome: agitation, hallucinations, fever, sweating, shivering, fast heart rate, muscle stiffness, twitching, loss of coordination, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Suicidal thoughts: sleep problems, sudden calmness, self-harmful behavior, recent trauma, making preparations, talking about suicide often.