What is Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) used for?

Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) is an oral antidepressant prescribed to treat patients suffering from depression. The medication balances neurotransmitter levels in the brain to relieve symptoms commonly associated with this condition such as excess fatigue, feelings of guilt, hopelessness, or irritability. Your physician may also prescribe it to treat other conditions that are not listed here.

How should I use Mirtaz (Mirtazapine)?

Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) is normally administered once each day just before sleep at a dosage of one tablet, but your individual instructions will be determined by your physician after observing your symptoms and current health condition. Swallow the doses with a full glass of water to aid absorption. Never split, crush, or chew the tablets before use to avoid unintentionally destroying or altering the effects of their contents. Ask your pharmacist or physician any questions you have about the medicine to ensure the correct administration.

What are the side effects of Mirtaz (Mirtazapine)?

Some patients using Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) have reported experiencing side effects including:

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness or fatigue
• Increased appetite or weight gain

More serious side effects that may require emergency medical attention are stiff muscles, tremors, flu symptoms, hallucinations, nausea, diarrhea, intense headaches, trouble concentrating, sores in the mouth, or faintness. Immediately inform your physician if any symptoms worry you or become intense to make sure the correct changes are made to your regimen to prevent further problems from occurring.

Please Note

Do not begin using Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) if you have used an MAOI medication in the previous fourteen days. It is also important to tell your physician if you have heart disease, a history of suicidal thoughts, diabetes, glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, epilepsy, bipolar disorder, heart disease, or urinary retention as these conditions may cause unexpected health complications requiring adjustments to your regimen.

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by your physician or pharmacist while using Mirtaz (Mirtazapine). Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the patient and the condition being treated.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain patients, it is essential you always inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, and if you are taking any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

Immediately seek emergency medical care if you have an allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.