Mirtaz Tablet (Mirtazapine)

Mirtazapine is an antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.

Sleepiness, Increased appetite, Weight gain, Dizziness

• Mirtazapine starts to work more quickly than other antidepressants.
• Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
• Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Mirtazapine, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
• If your doctor asks you to stop Mirtazapine, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat or fever or stomatitis during treatment with Mirtazapine.

Q. Is it addictive?

No, Mirtazapine is not addictive. Patient should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Is it safe?

Mirtazapine is safe if used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Can I take it forever?

No, patient should take Mirtazapine for the given duration as advised by your doctor

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to mirtazapine.

Do not use mirtazapine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, and others.

To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• low white blood cell counts;
• glaucoma;
• liver or kidney disease;
• low sodium levels in your blood;
• a seizure;
• depression, suicidal thoughts or actions;
• bipolar disorder (manic depression) in you or a family member;
• heart problems or stroke;
• high cholesterol or triglycerides;
• long QT syndrome (in you or a family member); or
• low blood pressure.