How to Pronounce Trazodone (Desyrel)
TRAZ-oh-done
IPA: /ˈtræz.oʊ.dɒnɛ/
Brand name: Desyrel
TRAZ
oh
done
Trazodone is pronounced TRAZ-oh-done
How do you pronounce Trazodone?
Trazodone is pronounced “TRAZ-oh-done”. It has 3 syllables: traz ‑ oh ‑ done. The stress falls on the first syllable, “traz”.
How many syllables are in Trazodone?
Trazodone has 3 syllables: traz ‑ oh ‑ done.
What does Trazodone mean?
Trazodone is a serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor (SARI) commonly used off-label for insomnia and as an adjunct for depression. It promotes sleep through serotonin and histamine receptor antagonism.
Word Parts
suffix
-zodone
serotonin modulator
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "TRAY-zo-done" — starts with "TRAZ": TRAZ-oh-done
Where You'll Encounter This
Insomnia, depression adjunct. Serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor. Often used for insomnia at low doses.
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