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My senior dog takes Gabapentin & Trazodone. Can I give both at night?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Male | neutered | 15 years old | 51 lbs

Hello, I have a 16 year old Siberian Husky. He is approx 50lbs and has been dealing with DM which has progressed to affecting all extremities (he is somewhat ambulatory, but its very limited) as well as doggie dementia My vet wrote an RX for gabapentin 300mg and Trazodone 100mg - each for a different reason...the gabapentin for pain, and the trazodone for the sundowning issues he has been having at night. Is it okay for me to give them both at night...I worry about over sedating him.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Published on December 6th, 2019

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Duke. I'm sorry that he's been struggling lately, how hard for him and you. You can use the gabapentin and trazadone together. Yes, they can cause increased sedation together, but that may be a good thing if he's sundowning. It will help him sleep and keep him on a regular schedule. I hope this helps!

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