Mild, temporary blurred vision is a commonly reported side effect of trazodone. It is distinct from the rarer but more serious warning signs the FDA label lists — eye pain, sudden vision changes, or swelling/redness in or around the eye — which can signal a different, urgent problem and should prompt a same-day call to a healthcare provider or eye care professional.
Blurred vision
A commonly reported visual side effect. Trazodone's label also flags eye pain or redness as signs to seek prompt care for a rarer, more serious eye risk.
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Key points
- Usually mild and temporary
- Different from the rarer emergency eye warning signs
- Eye pain or sudden vision change needs prompt evaluation
Not medical advice. This page describes general patterns reported for trazodone and does not replace individualized guidance from your prescriber or pharmacist.