Common Questions about Trazodone

Is trazodone a strong sleeping pill?

While trazodone can cause drowsiness as a side effect, it is not a sleeping pill and is not approved to treat insomnia. Trazodone is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant medication.

Is trazodone a narcotic?

No, trazodone is not a narcotic. It is an antidepressant. Narcotics are opioid pain medications that are used to treat pain.

How long does it take for trazodone to work?

It can take trazodone 1-4 weeks or longer to improve your depression symptoms. You may not get the full benefits of this medicine until you have taken it for 1-2 months.

Will trazodone make you gain weight?

Weight gain is not a common side effect of trazodone. If you are worried about possible weight changes on trazodone, talk to your doctor about alternatives.

Can I drink alcohol while on trazodone?

Drinking alcohol while on trazodone can make side effects such as drowsiness and dizziness worse, so it is best avoided. However, if you must drink, talk to your doctor about the safety of alcohol consumption during trazodone treatment.

What is the price of trazodone without insurance?

Without insurance, trazodone can be as high as $29.99, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $8.50 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of trazodone with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on trazodone—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for trazodone. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medication, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.