Trazodone and pregnancy
It's important that depression and anxiety are well treated during pregnancy as these can affect both you and your baby's wellbeing. Depression and anxiety can sometimes get worse during pregnancy, and after your baby is born.
Talk to your doctor if you become pregnant while taking trazodone. They will help you weigh up the risks and benefits so you can decide on the best treatment for you and your baby.
Do not stop taking your medicine unless your doctor tells you to. You may need to continue to take trazodone during pregnancy to stay well.
Trazodone and breastfeeding
If your doctor or health visitor says your baby is healthy, you can take trazodone while breastfeeding.
Trazodone passes into breast milk in very small amounts, and has not been linked with any side effects in breastfed babies.
It's important to continue taking trazodone to keep you well. Breastfeeding will also benefit both you and your baby.
Although other medicines might be preferred while you're breastfeeding, it's important you take the medicine that works for you. If you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, talk to your doctor or pharmacist to help you decide what is best for you.
If you notice that your baby is not feeding as well as usual, or seems unusually sleepy or irritable, or you have any other concerns about your baby, talk to your health visitor, midwife, pharmacist or doctor as soon as possible.
Trazodone and fertility
There's no clear evidence to suggest that taking trazodone reduces fertility in either men or women.
But speak to a pharmacist or doctor if you're trying to get pregnant. They may want to review your treatment.
Non-urgent advice: Tell your doctor if you're:
- trying to get pregnant
- pregnant
- breastfeeding
For more information about how trazodone can affect you and your baby during pregnancy, visit the Best Use of Medicines in Pregnancy (BUMPS) website.