Remeron [Mirtazapine] is an antidepressant that is used for curing depression and other mental disorders and illness. Remeron [Mirtazapine] can also be used to decrease the suicidal thoughts. When starting with Remeron [Mirtazapine] have a detailed discussion with your healthcare provider to understand all the benefits and risks that are associated with the treatment. One can also find out about alternate therapy and other medicines which need to be taken when starting with Remeron [Mirtazapine].
During the initial course of treatment Remeron [Mirtazapine] users may experience a sudden increase in their suicidal thoughts. This would be the case especially with the patients suffering from bipolar disorder and hence when starting with Remeron [Mirtazapine] such patients need careful monitoring. Family members of the patients taking Remeron [Mirtazapine] should take special care to notice sudden change in the behavior, feelings and thoughts of the patients when the treatment is started or the doses are being modified. In case of violent mood swings doctors should be contacted immediately. Also regular check up sessions scheduled with the doctor should be attended which will help the physician to determine the progress in the patients.
Remeron [Mirtazapine] users should not abruptly stop taking the medicine without consulting their physicians to avoid severe withdrawal symptoms. Only the recommended doses of medicine should be taken and if you miss one dose take the next dose at the scheduled time. Don’t take two doses of medicine at one time. Inform the physician of any other medication the patient is taking before starting with the Remeron [Mirtazapine]. Also have a detailed discussion with the doctor about the potential side effects of this antidepressant before commencing on the treatment.
How to use
Read the instruction manual carefully before starting with Remeron [Mirtazapine]. This antidepressant medicine is available in the form of tablets and has to be taken daily once at bedtime or as per doctors prescription. Remeron [Mirtazapine] doses are governed by physical condition of the patient, severity of the problem and response to the treatment. Remeron [Mirtazapine] can be taken on empty stomach or with food. It would take at least a month to see some significant change in patient’s condition. Overdose and also lower doses of this medicine can cause negative side effects and therefore should be avoided.
Side Effects
Patients taking Remeron [Mirtazapine] may commonly experience dizziness, lightheadedness, weight gain, increased appetite, dryness of mouth and severe constipation. Though severe reactions to this medicine is not known but the doctor should be consulted immediately if the patient hallucinates, experience tremor and swelling in feet, severe mood swings and other signs of infections like fever, sore throat etc.
Drug Interaction
Remeron [Mirtazapine] users should inform their doctors about any prescription or non prescription drug that they are taking before starting with this antidepressant. Remeron [Mirtazapine] can interact negatively with:
• MAO inhibitors like linezolid, selegiline etc if taken within two weeks of taking this antidepressant
• Remeron [Mirtazapine] can interact with drugs for controlling blood pressure, diuretics, calcium channel blockers and ACE inhibitors.
• Avoid taking this medicine with anti seizure drugs, anti anxiety medicines, sedatives, narcotic pain relievers, antihistamines, tranquilizers and muscle relaxants.
• Check with your doctors if Remeron [Mirtazapine] can be taken with cough and cold medicines.
Uses
Remeron [Mirtazapine] is essentially used as an antidepressant medicine which works by regulating the secretion of neurotransmitter from the brain
Other Uses
This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Storage
Remeron [Mirtazapine] should be stored at a temperature of 25 degree Celsius but could also be stored at 15-30 degree Celsius. Remeron [Mirtazapine] should never be stored in bathroom and should be kept away from heat, light and moisture. Remeron [Mirtazapine] should be kept away from small children and pets.
Precaution
Remeron [Mirtazapine] should be taken with caution by people that have a medical history or family history of psychological disorders like maniac depression and bipolar disease. People suffering from kidney and liver disease, high cholesterol levels, heart diseases, dehydration, high triglyceride levels and take BP medicine should only start with Remeron [Mirtazapine] after consulting their doctor. As this drug can make you drowsy avoid any activity requiring high alertness after taking this medicine.
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