"i could always fall asleep, but could not stay asleep.  three hours a night was normal.  i needed help and ambien, etc. were harsh.  the doctor suggested trazodone and i tried it.  she said it might take time to work- but that first night i slept 9 hours.  i&#039;ve been taking it for four years and it changed my life.  no side effects except for drowsiness on days 1-2 and if i&#039;m off of it for any time.  i take 50 mg and am a 200lb healthy male.  this medicine is under-prescribed for this indication."