Zadopax 50mg & 100mg Capsule
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 15 August 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of depression and mixed anxiety and depression.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 150 mg/day initially, increase to 300-400 mg/day; max 600 mg/day for hospitalized patients.
Special Populations
- Elderly: starting dose 100 mg/day
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Use in pregnancy should be avoided; contraindicated in breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- MAOIs
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Alcohol
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to trazodone
- Concurrent use with other psychotropic medicines
- Acute myocardial infarction
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Orthostatic hypotension
Counselling Points
- Monitor for suicidal ideation
- Avoid alcohol
- Report signs of liver dysfunction
Serious warnings
- Risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors
- QT interval prolongation
- Severe hepatic disorders
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