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Pronunciation

TRAZ-oh-done audio

Indications

REMS

Unlabeled Use:

Action

Therapeutic Effects:

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: Well absorbed after oral administration.

Distribution: Widely distributed.

Protein Binding: 89–95%.

Metabolism/Excretion: Extensively metabolized by the liver (CYP3A4 enzyme system); minimal excretion of unchanged drug by the kidneys.

Half-life: 5–9 hr (immediate-release).

Contraind./Precautions

Contraindicated in:

Use Cautiously in:

Adv. Reactions/Side Effects

EENT: blurred vision, tinnitus.

CV: hypotension, arrhythmias, chest pain, hypertension, palpitations, QT interval prolongation, tachycardia.

GI: dry mouth, altered taste, constipation, diarrhea, excess salivation, flatulence, nausea, vomiting.

GU: hematuria, erectile dysfunction, priapism, urinary frequency.

Derm: rash.

Hemat: anemia, leukopenia.

MS: myalgia.

Neuro: tremor , SUICIDAL THOUGHTS, drowsiness, confusion, dizziness, fatigue, hallucinations, headache, insomnia, nightmares, slurred speech, syncope, weakness.

Interactions

Drug-Drug:

Drug-Natural Products:

Route/Dosage

Depression

Insomnia

Implementation

US Brand Names

Desyrel

Canadian Brand Names

Oleptro, Trazorel

Classifications

Therapeutic Classification: antidepressants

Availability

(Generic available)

Time/Action Profile

(antidepressant effect)

ROUTEONSETPEAKDURATION
PO1–2 wk2–4 wkwks

Assessment

Lab Test Considerations:

Pot. Nursing Diagnoses

Patient/Family Teaching

Evaluation/Desired Outcomes

Pill Image

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Code

NDC Code*