Compare Sonata vs. Oleptro
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Helps you fall sleep.
Sonata (zaleplon) aids in falling asleep, but it's not as good with helping you stay asleep or with waking up in the middle of the night.
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2.9/ 5 average rating with 175 reviewsforSonata
Improves mood and helps you sleep.
Oleptro (Trazodone) works well as a sleep aid, but has more side effects when used at higher doses for treating depression.
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3.6/ 5 average rating with 59 reviewsforOleptro
Upsides
- Effectively helps people fall asleep faster.
- Doesn't last as long in the body like some other sleep medicines, so it may cause less side effects the next morning.
- Generic is available, so it's affordable.
- Commonly used in lower doses to help treat sleep problems (insomnia).
- Safer sleep medication than others (benzodiazepines or Unisom) for people age 65 and older.
- Fewer sexual side effects than many other antidepressants.
- Has been used for sleep and depression for a long time. There's a lot of information available about how it works and how safe it is.
- Comes as a generic medication and is cheaper than many other sleep aides.
- Six out of ten people who use an antidepressant for the first time find that it works for them.
Downsides
- Not typically used for long-term treatment because it can be habit-forming and hasn't been shown to be effective for chronic insomnia.
- Doesn't last as long in the body as other sleep medicines, so it's not as good at helping you stay asleep.
- Not recommended if you can't sleep at least 7-8 hours a night.
- Might not be safe if you have problems with your liver, kidneys, lungs, or if you have a history of depression.
- Not as effective as other medications for depression.
- More sedating than other antidepressants.
- Causes more side effects when used at higher doses for depression. Includes sleepiness, dizziness, upset stomach, and irregular heartbeat.
- Like most antidepressants, can cause higher risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior for people age 24 and younger.
- The first antidepressant you try doesn't always work or it can cause side effects you really don't like. You might need to try a few different medications until you find one that works for you.
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Dosage forms
- Pill
- Pill
- Extended release
Price
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Reviews
175 reviews so far
42%
saidit'sworth it
23%
saiditworked well
27%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Sonata (zaleplon)?
Leave a review59 reviews so far
73%
saidit'sworth it
49%
saiditworked well
24%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Oleptro (Trazodone)?
Leave a reviewSide effects
18possible side effects
- Headache42%
- Dizziness9%
- Nausea8%
- Lack of energy7%
- Abdominal pain6%
- Sleepiness6%
- Memory problems4%
- Menstrual cramps4%
- Burning/prickling sensation3%
- Eye pain3%
- Malaise2%
- Loss of appetite2%
- Feelings of detachment2%
- Decreased touch sensations2%
- Tremor2%
- Abnormal vision2%
- Increased sensitivity to sound2%
- Smell disorder2%
29possible side effects
- Somnolence/Sedation46%
- Drowsiness41%
- Dry Mouth34%
- Headache33%
- Dizziness/Lightheadedness28%
- Dry mouth25%
- Dizziness25%
- Nausea21%
- Blurred Vision15%
- Fatigue15%
- Nausea/Vomiting13%
- Diarrhea9%
- Constipation8%
- Skin Condition/Edema7%
- Weight Loss6%
- Nasal/Sinus Congestion6%
- Abdominal/Gastric Disorder6%
- Syncope5%
- Musculoskeletal Aches/Pains5%
- Tremors5%
- Nightmares/Vivid Dreams5%
- Weight Gain5%
- Back pain5%
- Vision blurred5%
- Sexual dysfunction5%
- Hypotension4%
- Incoordination2%
- Ejaculation disorders2%
- Decreased libido2%
Risks and risk factors
- Dependence and withdrawal
- Continuous use of Sonata (zaleplon) for 2 weeks or more
- Hangover feeling the next day
- Alcohol
- Taking other medications that make you less alert
- Less than 7 hours of sleep
- CNS depressants and abnormal thoughts
- Undiagnosed psychiatric conditions
- Performing activities while asleep
- Taking Sonata (zaleplon) with alcohol or drugs that cause drowsiness
- Serious allergic reactions
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Women of childbearing age
- Breastfeeding
- Suicidal thoughts or behavior
- Age 24 years or younger
- Seizures
- History of seizures
- Alcoholism
- Eating disorder
- Higher dose
- Drug interactions
- Painful erection
- Low blood pressure
- Age 65 years or older
- Driving impairment
- Alcohol
- Taking other medicines that make you less alert