MIRTAZAPINE

Overview:

Mirtazapine is a medicine used to treat depression. It helps improve mood, sleep, and appetite by balancing certain chemicals in the brain. People who have trouble sleeping or eating due to depression often find it helpful. It’s usually taken at night because it can make you feel sleepy.

Classification:Noradrenergic and Specific Serotonergic Antidepressant (NaSSA)

Uses:
Mirtazapine is also used as depression managing drug, treatment of anxiety and sustenance of sleep, in a person going through depression induced insomnia and boosting appetite and weight of an underweight or an otherwise frail person.

How it works:
Mirtazapine works by balancing natural chemicals in the brain—mainly serotonin and norepinephrine—that affect your mood and emotions.It blocks certain receptors (like alpha-2 and serotonin receptors) to boost the release of these “feel-good” chemicals, which helps reduce feelings of sadness, anxiety, and stress. It also has a calming effect, which is why it can help with sleep.

Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
Feeling sleepy or drowsy (especially at night)
Increased appetite and weight gain
Dry mouth
Dizziness or lightheadedness
Constipation

Precautions:
Prior to taking Mirtazapine, you should inform your doctor whether you ever developed kidney, liver, or mental disorders such as bipolar disorder or seizures. This medicine tends to make you feel very sleepy, so you would better be safe when driving or operating machines before knowing how you react to it. Do not take alcohol because it may make you sleepier. And, not to mention, when you are or planning to be pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor beforehand.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.