An overdose of trazodone may result in central nervous system, cardiac, respiratory effects
Trazodone may cause dry mouth
If you’re being treated in a hospital for severe depression, your dose shouldn’t exceed 600 mg a day It comes as an uncoated tablet, so you can easily hide it in your dog's wet food or a pill pocket to make administration even easier
7 out Trazodone (Oral Route) Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex
Remember that The safe dosage of any medicine, including Trazodone, depends on the dog weight, size, breed, overall health condition and severity of the illness
restlessness / agitation
An overdosage of trazodone in dogs may cause sedation, decreased energy level (lethargy), lack of coordination, and vomiting
Your vet may also prescribe it after surgery to help keep your dog calm while they heal
If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional
But in some cases your doctor may start you on a lower dose of 100mg to reduce the chance of side effects
A safe dosage of trazodone for dogs is generally 2-3
For safety reasons, the advised dose will often be lower when combined with other drugs
Trazodone is a prescription drug used to treat depression and sleep disorders like insomnia
Trazodone requires a prescription, is sold per tablet, and is available as 50 mg, 100 mg, and 150 mg tablets
Adults Major Depressive Disorder Oral
Side effects in dogs are not well documented but are generally mild if present