Remeron tablets are a treatment that belongs to the class of antidepressants. They are used to help relieve symptoms of depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. The active ingredient, mirtazapine, helps regulate brain chemistry.
What are the components of Remeron?
Remeron tablets consist of the following components:
- Active ingredient: Mirtazapine, an antidepressant that affects serotonin and norepinephrine receptors
- Inactive ingredients that help stabilize the formulation and improve absorption
Indications for using Remeron
It is used to treat the following conditions:
- Acute and chronic depression
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Sleep disorders related to depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Appetite loss associated with psychological conditions
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Social anxiety disorder
- Treatment-resistant depression
What are the dosages of Remeron?
The dosage is determined according to the condition and includes:
- Initial dose: 15 milligrams daily before bedtime
- May be gradually increased weekly to 30 or 45 milligrams per day depending on patient response
- The medication should be taken at the same time each day
- Do not stop the medication suddenly; the dose should be reduced gradually
What are the side effects of Remeron?
It may cause the appearance of some symptoms, including:
- Weight gain
- Increased appetite
- Drowsiness and dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Sleep disturbances
- Mood changes
- Rarely: suicidal thoughts in some patients at the beginning of treatment