All medications
Psychiatric

Trazodone

Desyrel

Generic nameTrazodone
Brand nameDesyrel
Medication classNot specified in source
Typical adult example25-100 mg for sleep; higher for depression
FrequencyUsually at bedtime
Common uses

Recognition cues

  • Depression
  • commonly used off-label for insomnia
EMS relevance

Assessment context

  • Sedation/orthostasis; fall risk.
HYPOTENSIONSEDATINGFALL RISK