Feb 1, 2024 · Mirtazapine may cause some teenagers and young adults to be agitated, irritable, or display other abnormal behaviors
Using mirtazapine as a pharmacological choice in elderly patients with a failure to thrive syndrome has captured great interest
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Failure to thrive is found, especially among people who are male, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for < 1 month, also take Zofran and have Nausea
Failure to thrive is a common reason for referral to paediatric services
Here, we’ll review 10 mirtazapine side effects you should be aware of
The most common side effects of mirtazapine include drowsiness, dry mouth, weight gain, increased appetite, increased cholesterol and triglycerides, dizziness, constipation, confusion, and abnormal dreams
It is designated 1,2,3,4,10,14b-hexahydro-2-methylpyrazino [2,1-a] pyrido [2,3-c] benzazepine and has the empirical formula of C17H19N3
contraindicated w/in 14 days of phenelzine or mirtazapine use: combo may incr
REMERON/REMERONSolTab may be needed if the CYP3A4 inhibitor is discontinued [see Drug Interactions (7)]
It is available in generic and brand versions
5 mg dose
Cimetidine A decrease in dosage of REMERON/REMERONSolTab may be needed with concomitant use of cimetidine
Davis Drug Guide PDF
was associated with increased appetite in 17% and the complaint of weight gain in 12% of patients, compared to 2% for placebo in both cases
Mirtazapine has a tetracyclic chemical structure and belongs to the piperazino-azepine group of compounds
Taking Remeron can also lead to improvements in sleep and appetite
Depression or other serious mental illnesses are the most important causes of suicidal thoughts or actions
Dose changes should not