What is Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) used for?

Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) is an oral antidepressant prescribed to treat patients who are suffering from depression. It operates by balancing the levels of naturally occurring chemicals in the body to prevent symptoms associated with this condition such as feelings of guilt, feelings of worthlessness, anxiety, or fatigue. Your doctor may prescribe this medication for the treatment of other unlisted conditions, as well.

How should I use Mirtaz (Mirtazapine)?

Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) is normally administered once each day at a dosage of one tablet, but your individual instructions will be determined by your doctor based on your health condition and the severity of your symptoms. These should be swallowed whole and unaltered with a full cup of water and may be taken on an empty stomach. A snack or meal is suggested before use if you experience nausea. Never split or crush the tablets before use to avoid destroying or altering the effects of their contents. Ask your doctor any questions you have about the medicine to ensure the correct administration.

What are the side effects of Mirtaz (Mirtazapine)?

Some patients who are using Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) have reported experiencing side effects such as:

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Increased appetite
• Unusual weight gain

Serious side effects that may require emergency medical attention are stiff or painful muscles, mild tremors, severe headaches, sores or patches appearing in or around the mouth, faintness, anxiety, fever, irregular heartbeats, vomiting, diarrhoea, or loss of coordination. Contact your doctor as soon as you experience any worrying symptoms to make sure the necessary adjustments are made to your dosage or application frequency to prevent further health problems from occurring.

Please Note

Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) should not be used to treat patients who are under the age of eighteen or who have taken an MAOI medication within the last two weeks. Also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, glaucoma, schizophrenia, a history of suicidal thoughts, a history of bipolar disorder, epilepsy, hypotension, an enlarged prostate, decreased kidney function, or decreased liver function. These conditions may cause unexpected problems during treatment requiring adjustments to your regimen.

Strictly use this medication as prescribed and follow all instructions provided by your doctor. Safe, suitable, and optimum dosage can vary and is dependent on the patient`s health and medical history, as well as the condition you are treating.

Mirtaz (Mirtazapine) may not be safe or suitable for all patients. Always ensure your doctor is informed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, using any other type of medication (including non-prescription medicine, vitamins, and supplements), as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or pre-existing medication conditions.

Seek immediate medical attention or proceed to your nearest accident and emergency department if you suffer a hypersensitive or allergic reaction. Symptoms usually present during a reaction of this nature include difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the limbs or face, tight chest, hives, and skin rashes.