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Mirtaz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression.
The correct dosage of Mirtaz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Mirtaz also has some side effects, the most common being Dry Mouth, Headache, Weight gain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mirtaz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mirtaz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Mirtaz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Mirtaz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mirtaz related warnings section.
Mirtaz is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Kidney Disease, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Mirtaz contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Mirtaz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mirtaz is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Mirtaz is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Mirtaz safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mirtaz. It is best to stop taking Mirtaz immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mirtaz safe during breastfeeding?
Mirtaz may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mirtaz on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Mirtaz on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Mirtaz on the Liver?
Mirtaz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mirtaz on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Mirtaz on the heart have been reported.
Mirtaz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mirtaz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mirtaz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mirtaz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Mirtaz can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Mirtaz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Mirtaz is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mirtaz
It is safe to take Mirtaz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mirtaz
Taking Mirtaz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Mirtaz is helpful in sleeplessness. It is prescribed off-label for the treatment of sleeplessness. Since it is a prescription drug you are advised to take it only your doctor's advice.
No, Mirtaz is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, you can take Mirtaz and ibuprofen together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ibuprofen then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Take Mirtaz as long as it is recommended by your doctor.
Mirtaz is a brand name of mirtazapine and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as antidepressants. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of depression (major depressive disorder). It is used off-label for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and hot flashes.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Remeron® (mirtazapine)