Re: Started Trazodone
Originally Posted by
Sober2000june
I have just started trazodone 50mg and was expecting it to help with anxiety. however i think its making my anxiety worse.
It is unlikely to have a positive effect that quickly, or at that dose, Paul. Trazodone only begins to act as an antidepressant at doses around 200mg and most need to take at least 300mg for optimum results. As with all ADs kick-in typically takes 4-12 weeks at a therapeutic dose.
I'm also on 60mg of clomipramine, just come down from 120 3 days ago. I also take 15mg of olanzapine for anxiety
The clomipramine dose reduction could be contributing to the increased anxiety especially given the large dose drop. Was 120mg the most you took and how long were you on it?
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