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It also has antiemetic (anti-vomiting) and anti-nausea effects, and has been used to treat side effects of chemotherapy
Other drugs usually work better
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Mirtazapine, sold under the brand name Remeron among others, is an atypical tetracyclic antidepressant, and as such is used primarily to treat depression
About Veterinary Partner Mirtazapine (Remeron) Wendy Brooks, DVM, DABVP Date Published: 04/30/2007 Date Reviewed/Revised: 04/10/2023 (For
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Mirtazapine belongs to a group of medicines called tetracyclic antidepressants
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions
The risk may be greater in people who have had these thoughts or actions in the past
Mirtazapine usually takes about 4 to 6 weeks to work
Dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness, increased appetite, weight gain, dry mouth, or constipation may occur
Remeron may impair your thinking or
It is available in generic and brand versions
As an antidepressant, mirtazapine has proven to be equally as effective as the tricyclic antidepressants and trazodone in patients with moderate-to-severe depression in both inpatient and ambulatory settings
Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility
Mirataz ® (mirtazapine transdermal ointment) is for topical use in cats only under veterinary supervision
Mirtazapine is a tetracyclic antidepressant that works by its central presynaptic alpha 2 -adrenergic antagonist effects, which results in increased release of norepinephrine and serotonin
You can then swallow it without a drink
Closely monitor pediatric patients who are started on mirtazapine therapy for clinical worsening, suicidality, or unusual changes in behavior; involve family members and/or caregivers in this process
, SSRI, SNRI, triptans), but
There are 647 drugs known to interact with mirtazapine, along with 13 disease interactions, and 2 alcohol/food interactions
In this article, you’ll learn what mirtazapine is, how it works, different dosage forms available, potential side effects to monitor for, and However, if the side effects last longer than that, bother you, or become severe, be sure to talk with your doctor or pharmacist
Increased flibanserin adverse effects may occur if coadministered with multiple weak CYP3A4 inhibitors