Trazodone is an oral antidepressant medicine that affects the brain's chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that nerves use to interact with each other (stimulate). | Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant with sedative effects. The medication affects a certain chemical messenger which communicates between brain cells and helps in regulating mood. |
Trazodone is used for the treatment of depression. Trazodone belongs to the medication called modulators of serotonin. It functions by increasing the amount of serotonin that helps preserve mental equilibrium, a natural product in the brain. | Amitriptyline is used for the treatment of depressions. This belongs to the class of drugs called tricyclic antidepressants. The medication can also help in improving mood and feelings of well- being. |
Some of the common side effects of Trazodone are:
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Most common side effects of Amitriptyline are:
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