Mianserin Benefits & Uses

Mianserin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Mianserin Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose can be gradually increases to 90 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose can be gradually increases to 90 mg/day

Mianserin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mianserin is used -

Mild

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Diarrhoea
Blurred vision

Common

Dizziness
Tremor
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Rash
Edema
Dry Mouth
Breast discomfort

Mianserin Related Warnings

Is the use of Mianserin safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Mianserin on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Mianserin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Mianserin. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Mianserin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Mianserin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Mianserin on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Mianserin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mianserin on the Heart?

Side effects of Mianserin rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mianserin with Other Drugs

Mianserin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Primidone

Apraclonidine

Mianserin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mianserin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Mianserin

Is this Mianserin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Mianserin is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Mianserin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Mianserin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Mianserin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Mianserin has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Mianserin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mianserin

You can take Mianserin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mianserin

Consumption of alcohol and Mianserin together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe