Trazodone 100mg Tablet Availability
Yes, trazodone is available as 100mg tablets. 1
Available Formulations
According to the FDA drug label, trazodone hydrochloride tablets for oral administration are manufactured in the following strengths: 1
- 50 mg tablets
- 100 mg tablets
- 150 mg tablets
- 300 mg tablets
Clinical Dosing Context
The 100mg formulation is commonly used in clinical practice across different indications:
For Insomnia/Sleep Disorders
- Initial dosing typically starts at 25-50 mg for sleep-related complaints 2, 3
- The 100mg tablet can be used as patients titrate upward from lower starting doses 4
- Studies demonstrate that 50-100 mg daily improves sleep disorders, with the 100 mg dosage showing particular efficacy 4
For Depression
- Therapeutic antidepressant doses range from 150-400 mg daily 5, 6
- The 100mg tablet allows flexible dosing as part of this therapeutic range 1
- Maximum tolerated doses are 300-400 mg/day in elderly patients, though younger patients may tolerate up to 600 mg/day 7
Dosing Flexibility
- The availability of 100mg tablets facilitates dose titration, as dosage increases should use increments of the initial dose every 5-7 days until therapeutic benefits become apparent 2
- Single nighttime dosing is preferred, with 150 mg given predominantly at bedtime and increased as needed to 200-300 mg for full antidepressant efficacy 5