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Can I just stop trazodone if I only took it for a few nights for sleep?

Short answer: Short-term, occasional use is less likely to cause withdrawal symptoms than long-term regular use, but it's still reasonable to check with your prescriber or pharmacist about your specific situation.

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Withdrawal-type symptoms are generally more associated with longer-term, regular, higher-dose use rather than occasional or very short-term use. Still, individual responses vary, and if you have any concerns, a quick check-in with your prescriber or pharmacist costs little and can offer specific reassurance or guidance for your situation.

Not medical advice. This answer is general and educational. Your prescriber knows your full history and can give guidance specific to you.

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