mirtazapine review 7.5 mg, 15 mg, 30 mg Side Effects Withdrawal Sleep and Weight Gain

[@Jonny_NI]

I've been on 15mg for 4 weeks now. Mainly for anxiety but also because other antidepressants gave me a bad side effect. For the 1st week I was really jumpy for some reason but that went away. Over all I'm loving the effects of these, I sleep alot better I feel calm and happy and don't over think things like I would have normally. My appetite is great and 1 strange thing I'm honestly loving is the crazy dreams lol. Wish everyone the best of luck with them

[@mrc.p8423]

Ive been on 7.5mg for a week, best way to explain how i feel at the moment is, like ive smoked some strong weed. Starting 15mg tonight

[@Jonny_NI]

@@mrc.p8423 I felt like that for a few days and it was hectic as I work doing heavy lifting an driving machinery. Id say 7.5mg would be like a heavy stoned felling lol, but higher the dose the less drowsy you'll feel. Does get better after a while

[@mrc.p8423]

@@Jonny_NI thanks mate

[@kevoiscreepy]

yep same with me, everything made me jump out of my skin for first few days xD

[@moniuk2405]

What do you mean with jumpy? Like twitching while falling asleep? Crazy dreams or like nightmares?

[@GalaxyApex3637]

Anyone else getting weird dreams or nightmares literally every night ? Anyone know how to prevent it also struggle to wake up in the morning

[@tatiannamiv]

That’s one of the weird effects I have experienced...weird nightmares and very light sleep....it helps me fall asleep but my light sleep prevented me from have a full night. I started taking melatonin gummies and the weird nightmares have reduced and my sleep is a bit deeper.

[@reedarrowarrow1052]

It's would be better if you don't take it anymore

[@frasermate4729]

It goes away eventually

[@uniqueustasa9003]

@@ThaChief73 causing hunger badly akes sleep worse more anger and paranoia stay away from this shit wiorse than methadone

[@grizzlytasbear9716]

I had a nightmare where I was shielding Joe Biden from an attack and he was yelling out how ridiculous it all was, then I was faced with doors and opening doors that didn't have handles just wall pieces, then climbing staircases to random people's homes they all had different coloured walls and the whole Time I felt embarrassed.

[@plimplemb]

I started taking 15mg. My first dose was last night and today i feel dazed. But i dont feel sad or hopeless just tired. I have depression, aniexty and loss of appetite. So far, apart from feeling sleepy i am happy. I woke up this morning and made myself breakfast cause i was so hungry..... and i never eat in the morning usually dont start getting an appetite till about 3 or 4pm. I have had an appetite all day and i feel relaxed, its lovely.

[@cezet420]

It is normal, that you were dazed and tired in the morning or even the whole day. After weeks or two you'll feel better. For me it is the best drug that i've ever get for my insomnia. Taking already 2 years 30mg/day and I sleep like a baby. Also helped for me with appetite problem, I eat regulary and my weight is finally normal (I was unhealthy thin). I wish you all the best and good luck !

[@Allsmilelovee]

@@cezet420I’m Glad to here that. I was just prescribed To it today because I’m unhealthy skinny because stress and anxiety prevents me from having an appetite. My dr told me to try this. I hope and pray that I don’t have bad effects and that it really does increase my appetite!🙏 my dr started me on 15 mg.. I’m hoping it’s not too much (making me too groggy the next day) but hope it’s high enough to increase my appetite

[@zincerish]

​@@cezet420 do you still take it?

[@anthonydilele7808]

Glad to hear it’s helping I just been prescribed these hoping they help

[@brandilyn6720]

You will think only of eating all the time, until you realize you’ve gained 80 pounds in a year.

[@daveb2280]

Wow! I wished more doctors would cover what you just did. I've been on Mirtazapine for over five years (War Veteran/Severe PTSD). I've never received the side effect information which you provided which many apply to me. The VA loves to hand out meds like candy....seriously!.....most people don't complain because in most cases, the meds work but more importantly, it's free. I personally liked Clonidine. It relaxes me and causes drowsiness but has little side effects (at least in my case.) However, I also take Clonazepam to reduce anxiety. Clonazepam and Clonidine do not react well with one another (at least according to the information I've seen). Keep the vids coming. I enjoy them.

[@georged7627]

Do you still have a great appetite for being on Mirtazapine 5 years later

[@hightidelowtide6380]

Lucky they don't give you shit about the clonazepam. My doctor makes me feel guilty with only 10mg of valium. I have severe ptsd and disability too

[@christopherdallas238]

Combat veteran. 30 years in to PTSD. Been thru the common psych meds and started Mirtazapine maybe 8 months ago. It works really great. Not staring at walls and counting seconds. I can fall asleep at night without much effort. BAD part is the weight gain. And bad timing. I went sedentary when COVID hit. I weighed 190 lbs for probably 20 years (I'm 6'0). Then gained 15 lbs in COVID weight. And now up to 235 after Mirtazapine. I accept responsibility for not exercising. I have a VA nutritionist that has been helping. She suggested that I play word games on my tablet while watching TV (which is where I've been binge-eating). The word games have almost eliminated my snacks. I've cut down on my meal portions but still keeping the weight on. I think if I want to stay on Mirtazapine, I'm going to have to go super hardcore workouts. Walking and cycling doesn't cut it.

[@Ohkeh640]

@@christopherdallas238are you still on it What are you taking now

[@artorias6502]

Firstly, the excessive next day drowsiness subsides after a few days of use. Secondly, the weight gain doesn’t! I have put on a HUGE amount of weight after 2 years on 45mg/day.

[@thejordanchronicles6715]

I’ve actually lost weight since upping the dose to 45mg- only weigh around 6.5 stone now with zero appetite at all!!! I WISH it caused increased appetite for me! 💚💚

[@Jasmin-gt5lu]

I Wonder why people keep on eating this sh*t when they gain weight.

[@islandbirdw]

I just wanted to point out that Remeron can be Rx’d for social anxiety & PTSD. Best candidates are those who have failed SSRI, SRNI, or other more common antidepressants, have trouble sleeping and or eating. I had suffered needlessly for 5 years failing standard drug therapy unable to sleep and had lost almost #30 in a year. I was skin and bones by the time my doctor suggested it. It has helped both sleep and appetite. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@Adam-uz9sc]

It makes me not eat I've lost so much weight since being onit and it's so hard to come off

[@islandbirdw]

@@Adam-uz9sc 4 weeks to 6 months for tapering off. Maybe every other night or skip one night a week then 2 a week until your able to get off. My problem is without it I just don’t sleep. I don’t get nightmares but I’m often awake till 4Am

[@Adam-uz9sc]

@@islandbirdw I've been trying to come off for 3 years now tried to come off it before lasted 4 days then went back onit because I was getting arrhythmias

[@Ohkeh640]

@@Adam-uz9scwhat

[@jalebjaba1487]

I’m just started taking this after feeling depressed and hopelessly. My Dr.said this will help my appetite,and help me sleep. I experienced agitation last night ,taking 30 mg. I’m going to try splitting it tonight. Great forum . Thanks

[@YT-os1dm]

Mirtazepine gave me my life back. I got diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in middle school with no fam history. I ended up having a semi-alive pancreas and was a type 1 pre diabetic. I was 120lbs as a result and was 6 foot 2. This medication allowed me to eat more and gain 30lbs. Also, regulated my depression. Fixed so many ailments. If you are underweight due to a serious underlying disease and are depressed this is the med for you.

[@eileendoherty2836]

Stay Happy so happy for you I take 15 mg for sleep🤗

[@eileendoherty2836]

Blue yes

[@arslanrock1452]

ibs

[@saiqab8567]

@@eileendoherty2836 hi dear im taking 15 mg for depration and anxity but help bit not making me like my old self is it good anxity?

[@johnsharpe3831]

Still not answer u should try and get off them contrary to popular belief they are addictive when I ran out used to panic like oh no I can’t operate without them

[@skjal8434]

For me personally, the increase in appetite as a side effect is actually just as positive as the drowsiness.

[@georged7627]

I'm loving the more appetite with my Mirtazapine because I put on weight which I think is really positive for me...I'm a skinny guy and it's hard for me to put on weight but since I've been on Mirtazapine my dreams have come true I'm much bigger and happier 🙏🏽💪

[@sylasfps]

@@georged7627 i’m depressed and skinny, trouble eating and sleeping and just got on mirtazapine today hopefully it helps

[@georged7627]

@@sylasfps good luck 🤞🏾 hopefully it will help you like it has me 🙏🏽💪

[@Memesfromthestreets]

@@sylasfps how’d it go

[@jonathandunlop6342]

@@sylasfps I’d like to know as well, taking my first dose tonight, half a pill

[@lengggc1247]

Ive been taking mirtazipine 5years ago to help aid my eating disorder, throughout ive fluctuated between doses but for the last year have been only taking 45mg . Mirtazipine is sneaky with all its side effects and it wasn’t until I ran out of medication for me realise how addicted and dependant I now am. time flies when your having fun 🙃 Also be mindful especially if your taking mirtazapine and live alone as you’ll primarily be In a sedated and clumsy state

[@montyklark1043]

Drowsiness and fatigue go away with time? I'm suffering from it now

[@Jakey4000]

It's not addiction, it's dependence. If it's improving the quality of your life then it's for the better. I hope you're still having success with it, and if you've changed medication then I hope that's working well. There's no shame in being dependent on a prescription medication if the therapeutic effects are in the patients eyes worth it. I'm dependent on my escitalopram to keep my compulsive thoughts and anxiety at ease, I'm dependent on my pregabalin to keep me out of debilitating pain, and I'm dependent on my ritalin to keep my ADHD in check.

[@vanessamccarthy7807]

​@@Jakey4000well said. I'm dependent upon mirtazapine to overcome ptsd, and lyrica for long term nerve pain

[@bobdigi500]

45mg is quite a lot. I think the usual dose is 15mg

[@lengggc1247]

@@montyklark1043 Never, how are you feeling now ?

[@kristycarrillo2390]

I'm on 30 mg a day for a year now, at first I ate A LOT, not near as much now. I was put on this by a treatment facility when I was getting off heroin and it has helped me tremendously!❤️❤️

[@tiawannahomer1420]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@bethanyashby3922]

It takes a lot of courage to accept help for your struggles! Go you!

[@markchivers5379]

Well done keep it up mate

[@mattske5286]

I've been on (45mg)Mirtazapine (sublingual tabs)since September/aug 2010 and I ate like a horse I was making midnight runs to 7Eleven and put on 18-19kgs but I needed it and since then I've managed my weight and my mind is rite.

[@ChicagoDude-ej6rm]

Hope you're still clean and enjoying life...✌❤

[@seansyaboy7344]

This is for anyone struggling with chronic insomnia, it can get better trust me. I ended up developing chronic insomnia after a heath scare and didn’t sleep for close to a month straight. I tried every natural medicine and also tried hydroxine and thc. Nothing worked. I eventually found Cbti and started following the protocol as strict as possible. Months went by and I saw improvements but still only slept 2-3 hours a night. It took me 6 months of retraining my mind. I’m happy to say today I sleep better now than I did before my insomnia started. I hope this gives someone out there hope as I know i was In the same position as most of you researching this drug and many others as a last resort. If anyone has questions I’d be happy to help.

[@moesoe]

What is cbti?

[@seansyaboy7344]

@@moesoe cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia

[@moesoe]

@@seansyaboy7344 it really helped? I’m eager to learn more!

[@zincerish]

​@@seansyaboy7344 so did you take mirtazpine? What was the dose and for how long?

[@seansyaboy7344]

@@zincerish No I didn’t. Although I’ve heard that it works pretty well just like trazodone. I personally didn’t want to take anything like that because I knew they have side effects and are difficult to get off of. In my opinion, Cbti is the only real long term solution for insomnia.

[@jimisi7424]

Hi. I have tried them all. I spent my younger years covering myself with the usual burns and scars that happen when you dont understand what is going on. I finally owned up to it , realized why i was doing it (and spent years trying them all. Mirtazapine changed my life. The only one with no (absolutely no side affects) (with the others they made me suffer diahorrea , worse depression, often losing half of my bodyweight). 30 mg before bed. I can still never get the feeling that i think most normal people get? But i am now 50, i have been on mirtazapine 30 mg for three years and i finally have days where i feel a bit normal. I am still very introvert but i guess thats just me atb xxxx thank you for your message, but it really can do more than a few weeks

[@jimcarmichael1641]

Jimisi 7424 Thank you for ure msg I'm on 45mg of mirtazapine after my partner Linda Bless her died in 2013 I had a nervous breakdown & ended in crosslane phyciatric Hospital which they put me on to help me I was there for 3mths I myself was cutting myself & tryd a few times to commit suicide due my chronic Deppresion that I've had for yrs now the Dr wants to put me on 200mg of Sertraline everyday as they think I've bn on the mirtazapine for 10yrs now they think 200mg of Sertraline everyday may help me with my chronic Deppresion .

[@chrisboult6610]

I'm on 30 g and the biggest difference I see is the amount of sleep I need. I'm sleeping 10 11 hours a night easy and still struggle getting up

[@jamileisantiago628]

I have been on this drug for roughly 5 years now. I have taken other antidepressants but this one worked best for me. I’m on 15mg and was bumped up too the highest but I had heart palpitations from it. Before I was on this, I was a size 4 maybe 6 before I was on this and now I’m a size 12. I’ve tried to come off of it and as soon as I do I can’t sleep or eat. Only till I tried to come off of this did I realise how dependent I am on it. It does help my depression but now im more depressed because I’ve never gained this much weight before and feel very over weight although I understand im not but I’ve never been this size in my life. I’m 25. I do recommend for people who want to stop smoking weed because it helps with the sleeping side of things. Just be careful if you don’t want to gain weight.

[@juliajones8838]

Yeah I’m disappointed my doctor didn’t warn me more on the weight gain. I’ve gained almost 20 pounds in 6 months and I’m a very small petite person. I’m so sick of always feeling hungry and never satisfied. I think I’m gonna come off it. Not sure what to switch to for anxiety tho

[@yeahright6021]

@@juliajones8838 Have you looked into buspirone? Edit: I guess the question applies for the both of you 🙏 Buspirone is used for the short-term and long-term treatment of anxiety disorders or symptoms of anxiety. It is generally preferred over benzodiazepines because it does not activate the receptors that make drugs like alprazolam (xanax) addictive. Buspirone is a medication primarily used to treat anxiety disorders, particularly generalized anxiety disorder and restlessness without panic attacks. It is taken by mouth, and it may take up to four weeks to have an effect. Source: Wikipedia

[@LeoDragonite]

I'm getting off this drug completely. I've tapered down from 30mg to 7.5mg. I'm tired of the weight gain. I do keto and watch my calories and still can't loose weight. It's so frustrating. My sleep has improved greatly over the years and I don't have anymore issues with bad depression. My doctor said I can also discontinue. I take 60mg of Latuda which is all I need.

[@bethanyswainston270]

My anxiety makes me not want too take medication as I feel that it will increase my anxiety attacks

[@shanedeeley4741]

Do your research. learning about the medication I was prescribed reduced my anxiety enough to try it. this specific medication has helped me a lot with my depression and anxiety compared to other types of medications. you should talk with your doctor too.

[@nokomismn9685]

Bethany Swainston - I'm struggling to get off mirtazapine. In my experience the level of anxiety increases as I reduce the dosage. Who wants to be addicted and dependent on the medical system for drugs?

[@jakehixon4073]

This stuff is like a magic bullet for insomnia. And the sleep benefits never wore off for me even after 1.5 years on it. No withdrawals at all when I came off it either.

[@zincerish]

Did it fix your insomnia even after getting off it?

[@jakehixon4073]

@@zincerish yes but I suspect that if was because whatever underlying issue that was causing the Insomnia was gone by then.

[@GOODNESS10]

what dose u were using for insomnia and how long before sleep?

[@jakehixon4073]

@@GOODNESS10 15mg, took it about 30 minutes before I went to bed.

[@GOODNESS10]

@@jakehixon4073 what dose did u start with?

[@calidecali]

Ive been taking 7mg for the past month and it has helped tremendously with my sleep. I struggled with sleep due to my ptsd as a combat vet. It has helped with anxiety and overthinking things. The dreams are very vivid and its hard to get out of bed most of the time. Ive always had a big appetite so i havent noticed a difference with over eating. So far so good.

[@susym555]

Did you start at 7mg?

[@chemist77]

Ok😅 0:11 0:11

[@georged7627]

I started about 2 weeks ago and my sleeping is getting better and I'm eating regularly now which is a bonus because it's hard for me to put weight on so I love this medication and also lowers my anxiety 🙏🏽👍🏾

[@healthandenvironment2998]

Please do not take this poison, please meditate and practice mindfulness. This is dangerous, this might help u with insomnia but it has range of side effects that r not worth ignoring, it caused me severe joint injuries, excess fatigue, it increases cholesterol and block arteries , increase appetite in some ppl. Please research on neuroplasticity and law of attraction . Our brains can change its structure based on what we feed regularly. We have capacity to cure insomnia and depression from practicing mindfulness and affirmations. This might sound funny but we are extremely adaptive. Like how u can grow muscle from going to gym, u can grow grey matter in your brain and increase serotonin levels naturally from giving exercise to your mind. We dont have second thoughts when we are told abt going to gym, but we instantly feel its bulshit when we are told about meditation and mindfulness. Meditation is not magic, its just excercising your brain like u doi for body. I suffered chronic insomnia for more than 3 years and suffered depression, suicidal thoughts and even planned before. I hit rock bottoms several times and i was in pain. I took these medications for sleep and it was giving sleep but i suffered fatigue and injuries. I wasn't able to go to gym after getting injuries. I suffered severe acne from lamotrigine given for bipolar depression , the lorazepam given for anxiety was losing its power because its like alcohol , we become tolerant after certain point and it was no giving sleep and they gave mirtazapine for sleep. It can cause weight gain , fatigue and injuries. These medications r more harmful than beneficial, i researched on how scientists discovered that practicing mindfulness , affirmations and meditation changed the structure of brain. I started doing it sincerely and continuously. My life is transforming everyday and i m getting better and better. I want you to believe in yourself and make a change in your lifestyle , see what happens

[@zackerywimbish5579]

What mg do you take?

[@georged7627]

@@zackerywimbish5579 40mg 👍🏾

[@yeahright6021]

Feel hopeful seeing this comment! Glad things are working out for you! 🙏🫡🫵

[@facemask2127]

I couldn't sleep and taking tab Mirtaz 15 mg few days ago, what is the course of this medicine. Does your natural sleep back after completing your med. course. Can you sleep with medicine now. It's been year ago now. Plz share me your experience and I need advice from patients who had already gone through same situation. I appreciate your advice. Than you

[@grizzlytasbear9716]

I'm on sodium valpoate, rexulti, lovan, mirtazapine but this mirtazapine is pretty mad when it comes to dreaming, they must of used this before writing Alice in wonderland.

[@ethanajpollard7519]

Weird to see how many people get nightmares from this good to see I’m not the only one

[@ThaChief73]

psychopharmacologyinstitute.com/publication/mirtazapine-essentials-moa-indications-adverse-effects-pharmacokinetics-and-dosing-2222

[@Dreamkeeper76]

How strange! My dreams stopped! Lol

[@nickycotton6137]

Aye, trouble is if got a lot of manual work to do then this stuff never has helped. Proper crazy dreams & fatigue when awake.

[@puddingplate]

I believe the night mares have to do with the person not the medication lol

[@Dreamkeeper76]

@@puddingplate have you been on this medication? I have. 24yrs I've been on antidepressants and I stopped dreaming straight after I was put on Mirt 2yrs ago. So I guess you don't know everyone's brain chemicals or how meds affect ppl so differently....... lol......

[@ShawkyGotGame]

I just got diagnosed with asperger, ADD & bipolar disorder at 25. I take mirtazapine 15mg, Zyprexa 5mg and Concerta.

[@Kalvis1]

Can i ask what the Zyprexs is for?

[@lottiematthews1996]

@@Kalvis1 Zyprexa is an atypical antipsychotic mainly used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Can be used in combination with Fluoxetine as Symbyax for treatment resistant depression, bipolar depression, or schizoaffective disorder

[@mattske5286]

I've been on (45mg)Mirtazapine (sublingual tabs)since September/aug 2010 and I ate like a horse I was making midnight runs to 7Eleven and put on 18-19kgs in 6 months but I needed it. and since then I've managed my weight and my mind is rite and I sleep like a baby....and I no longer suffer from cluster headaches...

[@nidhivaidya2869]

Are you still on it..or withdrawn

[@stevej4328]

Still taking? Thanks

[@Ohkeh640]

Still on it?

[@SaifRehman-ir7mq]

em on 15 mg and the way i sleep now is far better then back days and relieved my anxiety symptoms

[@shaypah6924]

« There’s nothing worse than not feeling well. » thanks for the insight mate, I’ll bare that in mind.

[@JosiahR1]

I’ve started taking 7.5/15mg each night along with 60mg of fluoxetine. Only one day in, but I’ve already noticed a deeper sleep and increased hunger

[@saggitarius8939]

Do u have any dry eyes for taking this pills?

[@FF-wg3pd]

I'm on 30mg now and one thing I'm really struggling with is nocturnal panic attacks. It's a struggle every night.

[@Haloitzchris]

What its that?

[@winkwest7166]

My doctor moved me up on 30mg then my pharmacist put me on 15mg. Im having a hard time sleeping. My body is horribly active all the time and my anxiety has skyrocketed my pharmacist is not aware of my symptoms and thinks im tryna heighten the dosage to get high. I just want my normal life back.

[@tommygun7702]

I hear you my friend I freaky having the same thing too . Man I can’t remember the last time I had a good sleep you no wow

[@Sean-xz9kp]

Been in your boat

[@reedarrowarrow1052]

I just four night took 15 mg mitazapine. I feel very bad . Hard time sleeping. Scene 4 days I stopped taking it . How much time its get to recover. Can someone tell their experience

[@winkwest7166]

After sticking to 15mg my last post i am sleeping reasonably it helps alot that the gyms are open aswell.

[@reedarrowarrow1052]

@@winkwest7166 I just want to come out of it. Scene 4 days I am in horrible condition headache ..... it's horrible

[@Adara007]

This medication at 7.5mg per night caused chronic pancreatitis for a family member and they had a hard time tapering off to alleviate the pancreatitis. Please be aware Mirtazapine is strongly linked to pancreatitis.

[@dbdefault24]

Yes, It cause

[@exime9500]

Probably just bad genes. Not everything is caused by meds

[@wilhelmvonkatastrophenburg469]

I took a tablet of this once and it knocked me out. Was laying, my heart was beating heavily. Sweating etc. Couldn't open my eyes. Thought I will die. Lasted for an hour or so. Then slowly I came back.

[@tonyanthonyironman4352]

That was Probably a Serotonin Syndrome effect. I am glad i read your comment, cause i was prescribed this med and i was afraid to start taking it. I live alone and a episode like that, would kill me.

[@coap9041]

Took my first 15mg dose last night, I was out cold for 9 hours and all my anxiety was gone. Not looking forward to the weight gain however it’s so worth it.

[@mickkiesmith9110]

@coap 90: I am PETRIFIED to take my 15mg's of mirtrazapine. I KEEP putting it off, as i HATE taking any types of meds. I "haven't" slept in days, weeks! I feel like i'm at deaths door, but don't want to take it, if it's going to make me feel worse in the mornings WHEN i get up, than i do without it. This is why i keep avoiding it. The building i live in, IS EXTREMELY noisey and i fear this extreme noise, will wake me out of deep sleep. "IF". Ontop of my fears of possible nighttime side effects while i sleep/daytime side effect. Side effects period. My god, i D k WHAT to do😔😔

[@coap9041]

@@mickkiesmith9110 my advice is just try it. It won’t kill you. Just make sure you’ve cleared your schedule the next day as it will send you to sleep. Only issue I’ve had is really vivid dreams.

[@mickkiesmith9110]

@@coap9041 Thank You! I'll give it a go. See what happens!

[@therealgist]

@@mickkiesmith9110 hi did you try it? Im thinking of starting too

[@mickkiesmith9110]

@@therealgist :Kinda', sorta'. I already feel like 💀 from not sleeping, i really "don't want to feel like that the next days all day", "after" taking it. Don't care for the after effects. At, all. Decided i won't take anymore. All i can is, try it for yourself, see what happens, for, you.

[@Wheres-my-toes-bro]

If you control your diet and exercise routine can you counteract the potential weight gain? I'm not someone who can really afford to gain 30lbs.

[@HedwigxRocks]

Depends on your willpower really. You don’t feel full as fast so it would be up to the user to I guess “control their eating on it. Personally I can’t, so I’ll eat 2 whole pizzas and everything in sight if I can 😅 put on roughly 20 kgs (not sure what that is in pounds) in 1 and 1/2 - 2 years. I’ve heard it’s a lot faster for some people but I’m in the same boat as you, looking forward to trying to lose it 🤪

[@skoomaaddict666]

This never fails to knock me out lol

[@DiscipleToki]

I take 60 mg each night before bed. I have been struggling with severe depressive and panic disorders since youth, this drug is the most effective I have ever had prescribed with no side effects in my case. SSRI's messed with my system badly. Mirtazapine treated my symptoms without knocking me on my bum.

[@RichardSmith-ot3zk]

Works great for my depression and insomnia. The brain zaps with SSRIs were awful, and I don't seem to have those with mirtazipine. Really a struggle to keep the weight off, though.

[@Hope59272]

I have been also on 60ng for two years. Gained a lot of weight. But it helped me cope with depression greatly. But, don't know when to stop taking it esp when planning to get pregnant.

[@DiscipleToki]

@@Hope59272 Talk to your Doc, even if you leave a message they should be able to answer.

[@NairaBRDE]

Am I the only person who takes 3.5 mg? I sleep well and have less panick attacks.

[@ABN6565]

I was getting 2 hours of sleep at night. Thank goodness

[@pateko1523]

How much do you take against insomnia?

[@sammyday3341]

My doctor recently stopped prescribing Lunesta. It’s a great meditation that had no noticeable side effects and was excellent for insomnia. He then prescribed Trazodone, which did not help with insomnia, and the side effects were awful. They included feeling confused and unbalanced for 2-3 days after taking it. After telling him about the side effects, he prescribed Mirtazapine. If only he prescribed Lunesta, all would have been fine. He’s pressed for time and seems to simply pick a medication that has a side effect of helping insomnia. These past three weeks have been hell.

[@stevej4328]

So why did he stop your Lunesta prescription if it was working?

[@lottiematthews1996]

@@stevej4328 probably some office policy against prescribing controlled substances

[@Jusme236]

@@stevej4328 because lunesta is a habit forming, the highest dose is 3 mg

[@mattlofty5884]

I was prescribed 30mg and the sleep is great . But the fuzzy brain fog sitting the day hasn’t Improved after a month . I’ve never had meds so I’m gonna try and go down to 15mg and see if it’s any better during the day . Would love any advice

[@Adam.fadi12]

Me to

[@markahearne3280]

I started on this a few years ago. Before Christmas I decided with my doctor to half my 15 mg to 7.5. I decided with my doctor recently to go back on the 15 mg dose and I'm not feeling well at all

[@Danielkeyel]

I went through a really bad situation that left me devastated... I am in bad depression and my psychiatrist put me on these. I’m at 15mg and I was sleeping great about the first two weeks, after that it feels like maybe my system gotten used to it idk... I haven’t had any weight gain (most likely because I’m in the third week) but overall I like it. I want to stay on them. And hopefully gain some weight lol

[@ThaChief73]

psychopharmacologyinstitute.com/publication/mirtazapine-essentials-moa-indications-adverse-effects-pharmacokinetics-and-dosing-2222

[@madonnahernandez483]

I have been these for 10 years, be careful of going cold turkey with this. I get terrible tingling sensations in my legs and arms when I am off that of it so be careful if you're considering long term use.

[@luisvelasquez4933]

@@madonnahernandez483 that scares me. I’ve only been on it for 3 weeks!

[@97indianuk]

Hi how many hours do you take Mirtazapine before bed?

[@Danielkeyel]

@@97indianuk like an hour. They work quick

[@gmiller8123]

Was on 45 mg for 6 months straight I took the dive yesterday and said no Mirtazapine and in 30 minutes I’ll say that I'm 24 hours into cold Turkey I’ll keep you guys updated Day 1 - Nothing

[@verna3824]

how are you feeling now?

[@gmiller8123]

Tapped out on day 5. Doctor gave me 7.5s to wean me off. Yeah, This was no joke. Rebound depression and anxiety is not even a factor it was the Nausea ( to the point your literally throwing up at random times, Diarrhea after anything you can consume, I couldn’t even eat or drink, Insomnia, I was up for 2 days going into day 4. You guys were right lol I got beat up horribly

[@Ohkeh640]

@@gmiller8123how’d you taper off

[@ericdallas3765]

only thing i have is.... i cant stop eating which is good since i been trying to gain weight. No nightmares or anything else

[@tiffanyhoward9935]

Took at 9pm last night. At 3:30 the following day, I’m still fighting drowsiness. Hate this feeling.

[@mickkiesmith9110]

@DazzleMeRed RockaFella: EXACTLY WHAT KEEPS me from taking mine. As i already feel like 💀, due to severe chronic insomnia, and i DON'T want to "feel" like that in the Am, after taking the 15mg's of mirtrazapine. Sucks soooooo BAD.

[@shanedeeley4741]

lower dosage is what gives the sedative effect. I'm on 30mg started at 15mg but haven't struggled with drowsiness ever. also maybe the medication isn't the right one for you. you should talk with your doctor.

[@habooble]

I am 37 yrs old and now I'm trying 30 mg and see what happens next day

[@stevej4328]

@@habooble how are you finding it?

[@habooble]

@@stevej4328 it causes me extreme sleepiness u can't think about anything there is no chance to function or move or anything... You will get agitated if you do any functionality... It will take 24 hrs to leave this state...

[@francesgillotti1378]

I going off it as I can’t take the weight gain and I’m not eating much. The drug Vanlafaxine is wonderful they put me on both medicines the same day . The Vanlafaxine is great for energy.

[@coolie4u]

First night I took this I had a great trip on it. Lucid memories about the two houses I grew up in during my childhood saw details I couldn't recall anytime previously.

[@zymbotictoot]

This medication works amazing for me. Im prescribed it for depression and insomnia. The only odd side affect i get is ...... Sleep eating. Yup i get up and eat something and vaguely remember doing so the next am. Anyone else do this? I guess increased appetite would be another one as well.

[@Haloitzchris]

Just got it prescribed this is too funny tho... not yet.

[@zymbotictoot]

@@Haloitzchris let me know if you wake up with chocolate smeared to the side of your head like I do lol . I seem to target sweets. It's a small price to pay for feeling way better. But it's a strange side effect. But it's a funny one at least.

[@BEAKERBOT]

I've been on it for 5 years and just learned that it interferes with the satiety response, i.e. the part of your brain that tells you when you are full... so frustrating to eat, not feel full, then gain so much weight and not know for years that this was the medication and not my lack somehow

[@zymbotictoot]

@@BEAKERBOT that would explain why about 20 minutes after I take my medication I literally can't stop eating nor get full. Also explain the sleep eating part of it. Unfortunately I'm one of those people who can't gain weight no matter what I eat , so I didn't get the weight gain associated with this medication. But I can certainly understand why people would gain weight.

[@PaulaJones-yb2gy]

I lost my gallbladder in 2022 and the doctor took me off Mirtazapine and I very depress and have anxiety and I lost a lot of weight what can I do I also not sleeping 😢can you give me some suggestions and thank you for your videos.

[@paranoidhumanoid]

I am caring for a family member who is vegetative but "awake" (unresponsive wakefulness syndrome) and goes through periods of seemingly minimal consciousness (response to verbal commands). Because of weight loss, we were prescribed Remeron but all it did was cause what appeared to be nightmares characterized by panting, shaking head and uttering gibberish. If a patient is diagnosed as unconscious, why would such an individual experience nightmares or dreams from Remeron? I have since stopped Remeron and there are no more bouts of intense panting and writhing, utterances, etc. I told the physician and neuro they were as perplexed as anyone. Any other similar experiences with VS patients?

[@sanbornolsen]

Sorry to hear, maybe you should try this

[@bluezulu4447]

I have really bad realistic dreams and I've put on 2 stone in weight.but after 2 years of taking mirtazapine my depression isn't as bad as before.downside is feeling slow and drowsy.

[@ajsim]

This drug has been very helpful to me. Helped with my sleep. Did make me gain an extra 30lb I didn't want, but maving my sleep and mental sanity back is worth it. I'm currently trying to go off of it, as now I feel I am ready. I halved my 7.5mg for 3 months, then went off entirely. I started getting itching randomly all over my body, and especially on my scalp. My sleep also got a lot worse. I went back on half of 7.5mg for now. I'll have to try another approach.

[@luisvelasquez4933]

Can u give us updates? Let us know

[@PamPaunan]

Hi Adam! It's my 2nd week and starting with 7.5mg. How long were you on medication and when did you know that it's time to go off of it? A lot of people say it's hard to go off of it so i fealkg want to know!!

[@javi.r.acosta]

@@PamPaunan Fue difícil dejarlo? Me asusta eso, nadie habla de ello

[@PamPaunan]

@@javi.r.acosta Durante las dos primeras semanas fue difícil porque tenía antojos intensos, boca seca y dormir era un poco difícil si tenía insomnio. PERO después de un mes, vi un cambio en mi estado de ánimo. el medicamento no curará su dolor interior, pero lo ayudará a funcionar nuevamente como persona.

[@stevej4328]

How are you getting on with it now Adam? Thanks

[@helensanchez6442]

Remeron has worked wonders for me

[@shanedeeley4741]

@@hrvojestilin6256 same. been on zoloft lexapro effexor over the last few years but nothing has helped. this medication is great and noticed a big difference after 3 weeks or so.

[@shanedeeley4741]

@@hrvojestilin6256 honestly the only side effect I had was waking up a few more times a night than usual. But I could easily fall back asleep. Wired dreams too but I’ve always had lucid dreams so I was used to that. But the positives are great. It was like finally getting glasses and seeing clearly.

[@shanedeeley4741]

@@hrvojestilin6256 irritability is one proven side effect. Just be aware of it I guess.

[@helensanchez6442]

I had a recent increase from 15 to 30 and it helps with my severe/chronic depression and helps me sleep it replaced my lorazepam (ativan - BENZO) that is not good long term. I think its a light medication with more pros than cons (: I've also been on zoloft, prozac, and other mecications in the past but Remeron + Wellbbutrin has been my power combo for the past two years after my last inpt no SI/or inpt since.

[@shanedeeley4741]

@@helensanchez6442 I was on Xanax then knlonopin for a few years. It helped but then became a problem itself. Good thing you’re off the Ativan. I’m curious about Wellbutrin in combo with this med. Am I correct to say it’s a dopamine reuptake inhibitor? Sounds like something I should talk to my psych about. Glad it’s working for you

[@jackaddisisawsome]

I have just subbed this video is amazing so much respect for what you do! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@Qualitytap]

I’ve been on mirtazipine for 4 months and sober for 6 months but my birthday is coming up and I’d like a drink. Any reactions with alcohol and mirtazipine?

[@mrtwister9002]

If you've been sober, then you shouldn't drink. Like most anti depressants, you should never drink while taking them.

[@Qualitytap]

@@mrtwister9002 drank on them, no reactions whatsoever.

[@tibbyltd]

Where's the weight gain section?

[@GeorgeCy332]

Thanks for the video. Do the side effects of feeling groggy the next day go away after a certain time ? thanks

[@PharmacistTips]

The grogginess generally improves after you have been taking mirtazapine awhile, if it does not improve you may need to speak with your healthcare provider about reducing the dose or taking you dose a littler earlier in the evening.

[@GeorgeCy332]

@@PharmacistTips thank you

[@user-ph8sh9kt9v]

I've had to stop taking this. I think I've experienced most of the side effects. When a few years ago i was fine now at 40 i think I've encountered most of the side effects. I'm worried about my appetite and sleeping since I've stopped taking it this week. I used it for eating and depression. I'm praying age will help my appetite they say at the age of 40.​@PharmacistTips

[@tinabren]

Mirtazipine is the easiest to get off of . They have studies on this . I got off from 30mg abruptly in a few days asked by my Dr as I was trying Luvox. Luvox was not for me so went back on Mirtazapine 15mg. I gained about 30-35lbs of unwanted weight when on my 30mg. Although I had severe panic attacks

[@Ohkeh640]

Severe panic attacks from what

[@yutuberboy]

what is the best dose for mirtazapine for insomnia ( sleep onset is ok but wake up too early cant fall back to sleep ) ? others say 15mg some say lower than 15mg ( 7.5mg ) is best if you go higher ( 15 or 45mg ) it become less effective for sleep aid. thank you

[@jamielee9366]

7.5mg best

[@Jusme236]

7.5 and 15

[@jsslandro]

I was on this drug for a couple years. Then i stopped taking it because i don't want to be on meds. I went through a very hard time. The best thing i did was to make sure i reminded myself it's the remeron why im feeling this way. At the three year mark i still wasn't right. I started taking it again.

[@bigpoppapenguin4219]

How’s it been for you? I hope you’re feeling better. I tried going the “natural” route and couldn’t find a thing to help at all! I tried TMS as well and that didn’t help out. After trying SSRIs, SNRIs, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotics with fail, I honestly wanna try this next, maybe with Wellbutrin soon.

[@tinaguan3949]

I was stopping the medicine for 5 months from cold turkey and my whole body aches every part. Especially the back and shoulders and tail bone. Anybody know why. My Dr can not find anything what causes this.

[@Paul-ek5lu]

Has it been a positive return to this med?

[@somalislim7720]

15mg I couldn't take it,,, make me light-headed, short breaths,,,drowsy and hungry ALL THE TIME and couldn't sleep

[@nicolerobson2388]

Did you try 7.5 mg

[@leavemealone3165]

Same here!

[@atalaya-abbyelfindelosdias4469]

Would you recommend this medication for Parkinson patients?

[@Jack-hy1zq]

I've been taking 45mg nightly for 6-7 years...i want to get off them but my research tells me they are incredibly difficult to get off. Any advice, beyond tapering, would be much appreciated. Thanks

[@bilalmalla2199]

Mr Jack, Did you experience any serious side effects of MIRTAZAPINE 45 mg in last 6 , 7 years,? bcoz I myself been taking MIRTAZAPINE 7.5mg since last from 1 year along with uvox 50 mg, As have a severe ocd issue too

[@captainblackbeard7840]

tapering will really work. work your way to the lowest dose 3 weeks at a time. then, at the lowest dose, cut the pill in half with a cutter, then quarters, then bite the quarters in half if you have to. then alternate days, then go every 2,3 days. go as slow as you need to

[@Ohkeh640]

@@captainblackbeard7840can you explain this better as I don’t get it

[@RichardSmith-ot3zk]

Works great for my depression and insomnia. It's a struggle to keep the weight off. The only other side effects was Restless Leg Syndrome. Mostly RLS occurs on starting or changing the dosage, but I had it pretty bad recently on a stable dosage.

[@RichardSmith-ot3zk]

@John C I'm on 15 mg. Yes, it works right away. Though if it causes RLS, which doesn't seem common, it will take a few nights for you to adjusts.

[@bobdigi500]

@@RichardSmith-ot3zk I take 7.5g and when I tried 15mg I had rls. It sucked?

[@RichardSmith-ot3zk]

@@bobdigi500 I've cut back to 7.5. I got a CPAP machine for apnea so I don't need as much help getting to sleep. And the pounds were starting to add up. I found that the RLS happened when I changed dosage, so maybe you could adjust to the higher dosage? Or there's meds for RLS you could try.

[@bobdigi500]

​@RichardSmith-ot3zk I've actually been ok on 7.5mg, but I'm going to begin to come off them.

[@debbietaylor20]

I have high cholesterol and see it can increase this. Is this due to increased appetite.?

[@jimmyneutron2515]

NEED ADVICE: I’m currently on 2 tablets of 15mg a night, but I’m over sleeping which is effecting my work routine e.g struggling to waking up in the morning. In this case, should I higher or lower the dosage? I can’t find a solid answer anywhere, my doctor is saying one thing and other another:/

[@quintencisum4290]

I take pre workout in the morning then workout early .helps me wake up from the drowsy feeling

[@patrickd9957]

Speak to your Dr. Don’t ask publicly from armchair experts. You are playing with the chemicals in your mind. You don’t want things to turn dangerous.

[@accountsbook4476]

A couple of years ago I was having chronic insomnia (due to work stress initially then just a stress cycle about insomnia itself). My dr prescribed temazepam but it had no affect as I didn't have any other physical symptoms of anxiety. Then he prescribed me a 'micro-dose' of mirtazepine. One eighth of a disintegrating 7.5 tablet only on nights where I needed it (ie, nights before work). IT'S MAGIC.

[@pateko1523]

Hi ,i have anxiety and cannt sleep.so you cut the pill in eight?and it was sufficient for you to sleep?did you stop it?did you have withdrowal?

[@alinasandu4776]

How u wake up in the morning ? I mean dizzy? And u take it how many hours before sleep or just on bed time ?

[@jfresh2054]

Ugh LOOK AT YOUR DAMN EMAIL and answer the questions

[@m.v.d.4064]

I was prescribed this when I was having trouble sleeping. Took it for about 4 months some of my worse nights happened while on this medication. Decided to get off it slowly but had a bad withdrawal. Got on it at a less dosage and started to taper of again. Slower than before. So happy and relieved to say I stopped taking it 3 months ago. My sleep is great can't complain. CBT-I did wonders for me. I can honestly say it set my way of thinking about sleep back to normal. Just be patient with it and give your mind all the time it needs to get over the assumption that you can't sleep.

[@danh2310]

​@m.v.d.4064 I'm in this position its horrible all I think of is sleep and worry about it I'm on mirtazapine it only helps some nights but it's lowered the anxiety about sleep just need to get back to normal

[@johnsharpe3831]

I got prescription for this can’t stop eating

[@DOTS128]

Hello, what dosage are you on? I have no appetite and lost so much weight hope it helps me asap.

[@johnsharpe3831]

@@DOTS128 45 milligram a day

[@johnsharpe3831]

@@DOTS128 how long u been on them

[@johnsharpe3831]

@@DOTS128 I’m on lots of meds tho

[@DOTS128]

Ok thanks. i was just prescribed today 15 mg it might be to low to help w appetite

[@hooksetdreams969]

I took it as a young teenager for insomnia ,it worked for a while ,then it stopped working and my insomnia was worse ,I think I stayed up for 5 days after it stopped working ,interestingly though I'm 30 now ,have a small hernia and bleeding ulcers and they recently prescribed this to me and I'm not sure why

[@thatsjustluvly]

Took 7.5 last night, first dosage, maaaaan I was so damn tired throughout the day, and ate a looot more chocolate than usual 😎 did get in a nearly 2 hour workout in the morning though so that’s good, hopefully offsets the increased appetite

[@MidnightVentures]

Still taking it? I was prescribed 7.5 too for sleep strictly.

[@luisvelasquez4933]

@@MidnightVentures are u still taking it? I was prescribed 15mg for insomnia

[@marialuciano8664]

Elle me dit is the first time that I dream this pill

[@robertmarkold3408]

Gp put me on it and said im on it for life plus im taking valium but man ive had weird dreams since taking this stuff

[@jessiekopka9250]

Agree with the weird dreams. Today is 3rd dose n the last two nights have been crazy dreams

[@davym23]

I look forward to the dreams lol madness

[@exploretheweb9986]

Yeah same bro apparently that's onmy the start ( first 2-6 weeks) In having dreams everyday wierd dream,

[@ethanajpollard7519]

Same have had crazy dreams

[@stevej4328]

How you doing on it now?

[@maricellarsson2302]

Hi i took only once mirtazapine coz i had lost my sister last week and i cannot sleep even just an hour so my husband he gave me with this tablet.so it really work for me i sleep long time..but my problem are until now i experienced dizzyness,dry mouth, tired and always sleepy even it was 4 days ago since i took it.Can you plss give me some advice on how i can take away these side effects?

[@lovesstillalive3910]

So sorry for your loss. How are you? I hope you are doing a little better

[@habooble]

What was the dose you took at what time? For how long...

[@frankspadafora3419]

Do any potential side effects happen when you first start the medication or can they start even after 5 years?

[@Chet73]

Works great for sleep. I use 15mg

[@drvaisakhmedical3778]

Doctor iam on 30 mg mirtaz for past 3 months for my insomnia, was sleeping well... Now for the past 10 days iam having disturbed sleep.. Should i increase the dose of my mirtaz??

[@drvaisakhmedical3778]

I do exercise well, no anxiety stress or tension.. I had history of chronic migraine headaches... Mirtaz is better for the headache prophylaxis also

[@aquarius113]

@@drvaisakhmedical3778 do u have any dry eyes when taking it?

[@drvaisakhmedical3778]

@@aquarius113 so far no sideeffects

[@aquarius113]

@@drvaisakhmedical3778 i was mirt but it give me dry eyes..it help me sleep but my doc change my meds to trazadone and now im taking 50mg and it doesn't really help much with my sleep

[@drvaisakhmedical3778]

@@aquarius113 anticholinergic side effects like dry mouth dry skin are minimal for mirtazapine.. The brand you takes also matters. You can also try ayurveda ( brahmi ashwagandha shankhupushpi) for better sleep

[@michelledavis712]

I have a question for anyone that can help me my mom takes Ramron For sleeping issues 15 mg Can indigestion or heartburn Like pain be a side effect? She eats rolled But it's just getting worse She even went via ambulance thinking she had a heart attack They tested her enzymes And of course basic blood work everything seems fine They're not quite sure what it is And I've read on the Internet There are bad side effects I need help with this answer cause she's not getting any better

[@nokomismn9685]

Michelle Davis - I wish a knowledgeable person would answer you. How is your mom now, a month later?

[@michelledavis712]

@@nokomismn9685 A mass and doctors are doing tests and can't figure it out So far but I'm really leaning to the mud As the root of the problem Doctor is winning her off but no one Has real answers Thank you for your comment 😊🤗

[@mohdyusofismail3310]

Hi I just stared mitrazipen 15 mg for 6 days. Sedative effects was gd for first 3 days. Day 5 till 6 I was unable to sleep at all . I suffering fr anxiety.

[@Ohkeh640]

Did you get anything for anxiety

[@keldrith1]

I take 30mg and man I've gained probably 20 pounds in about 6 months of being on this medicine. I ALWAYS feel hungry on this dose, no matter how much I eat I always want to eat more. Never had that problem before.

[@Ohkeh640]

Are you eating more

[@marefazioli1213]

Hi. Please help! I want to stop this medication. I have been on it for 2 years. I’ve been on 15mg. My neurologist increased it to 30mg I’ve been on that dose only 3 months cause I had headaches didn’t help so I went back to 15mg I gained so much weight on this no matter what I do. It’s also missing with my libido. I’m not happy! How long do I taper off? I don’t even have that dr anymore. When do I taper down to 7.5mg? And how long do I stop after that. I don’t fit in any of my clothes im sick of crash diets and all this cardio and exercise I watch what I eat but nothings helping

[@shakuntlachauhan4444]

My psychiatrist dropped my mirtazapine from 45 to 15 mg I am feeling really awaful was it good of him to drop so fast

[@tak_tak62]

I started 30mg 3 weeks ago and I’m mad as hell how much weight I’ve gained. I don’t know if it’s the 25mg of hydroxyzine or the Mirtazipine that’s caused the weight gain to cause my bloated stomach.

[@susanabyad4396]

I gained 22 pounds in 4 weeks. Crazy stopped immediately

[@cicciuauno]

@@susanabyad4396 I gained 15 pounds in 4 weeks. I’m tiny and petite. I feel awful

[@kyles5513]

I take this medication and I always feel hungry. The trick to not gaining a bunch of weight is not to eat just because you feel hungry, your brain may be telling you it's time to eat but in reality your body actually doesn't not require any food. I only eat at meal times and don't snack in between no matter how hungry I feel. And when I do eat I eat as healthy as possible and exercise as much as possible. To me it's worth the benefits this medicine does for me.

[@zackerywimbish5579]

What mg?

[@zackerywimbish5579]

What mg?

[@warrendunn8569]

I had to stop taking it. The muscle pain was making it difficult to walk. It felt that my bones were becoming brittle.

[@gautamshakya3015]

What really.. does it cause bone density loss.

[@alliedavis8111]

SAME!!!!!!!!

[@Saki-zz3jr]

I have been having horribly active dreams for 2 years now and my doctor prescribed these. Anyone with a similar problem? Everyone here seems to have got active dreams from this medication, I'm just trying to get rid of them in any way, I don't know if these meds will help and I'm just tired at this point 😭

[@ronaldm8235]

Yes me too. I have the craziest dreams and always have and that's why I'm going to try 15 mgs from today

[@just1_millyboo632]

Me to

[@heyheyikki4607]

Am I tge only one experiencing dry eyes and bloating due to this medicine? It was ok up until using it for 2 months..

[@danuk2136]

Mirtazapine has made me worse, I take diazepam low dose for chronic ptsd and anxiety, I find with Mirtazapine I have huge episodes of depression and flashbacks..it isn't helping, plus I'm putting on weight

[@earthlycolorbrown6246]

Talk to Your doctor about Your symptoms/side effects. Any updates?

[@stevej4328]

What dosage! That's key!

[@jonfoulkes3160]

Thanks mate, this was very informative. I really appreciate it x

[@PharmacistTips]

Glad it was helpful!

[@debbieswain3754]

CAN'T STOP EATING!!!!!!

[@PrincessSquig]

Me neither! I’ve put on so much weight! Does this side effect decrease with time?

[@Arthur-pr9up]

@@PrincessSquig it's supposed to help you for months years if u feel u don't need it anymore stop it

[@jimis04]

Gained 5 kilos in twenty days...I am a person who really can handle what I eat...stopped the drug for the main two other side effects.the vivid dreams that affected me all day like a bad experience and the sleepiness and tiredness all day...

[@HedwigxRocks]

Right 🤪 also sleep allllllllll day

[@segawalker3302]

What kind of weight gain are we talking about 5 lb, 20 or 50?

[@davidchadkirk3944]

I've but so much weight

[@ajsim]

20lb-30lb seems standard

[@nickycotton6137]

Depends how much eat I spose. Reminds me of 'the Munchies' when was addicted to Cannabis.

[@vasiazairol5888]

Gonna start my prescription today 😭 after failure tolerate with luvox and eacilatoprm

[@jadewallace1536]

How’s it going? I’m also changing from escitalopram to Mirtazapine... feeling nervous

[@vasiazairol5888]

@@jadewallace1536 the reaction might be different. Because im taking other medications as well. As for me, quality of sleep 10/10 Unstable mood 8/10 Anxiety 9/10 Panic attack 9/10 Dizziness 12/10 Conclusion. Canabis is the best

[@stevej4328]

@@vasiazairol5888 what do your figures/scores mean? How much they've helped each one?

[@vasiazairol5888]

@@stevej4328 ive stopped using it already. U can ask an advice from your medical provider. I think it doesn’t go nice with my body.

[@Jason-bl4zy]

I am on day 5 of Remeron. I feel drowzt but calmer than usual. Is it too early at this stage for me to see the full antidepressant and anti-anxiety benefits?

[@stevej4328]

How are you doing now?

[@stevej4328]

Any update Jason?

[@Jusme236]

How are you doing now?

[@kazuto7297]

does anyone else have restless leg syndrome from the meds?

[@LM-vp5do]

Yes . Really bad .

[@Siss2012]

Yes, but then again I have always suffered with restless legs. This medicine does exacerbate it a lot though.

[@rainfordlol2]

Been on for 5 week now and im still extremely drowsy the next day, nearly all day too. Any ideas why ? Also my temper is shorter. Not so much angry outburst but people make me really irratable when they ‘bother’ me.

[@stevej4328]

What dosage?

[@rainfordlol2]

@@stevej4328 45mg

[@stevej4328]

@@rainfordlol2 That's the max dosage they prescribe. If it's like that after 5 weeks with no noticeable benefits then imo see your GP

[@rainfordlol2]

@@stevej4328 Thanks! I will do. Gonna leave it another week but like you said, 5 weeks should be enough already

[@stevej4328]

@@rainfordlol2 yeah, I believe so. It doesn't seem fair on you to be feeling so drowsy after all this time. The body would have adjusted.

[@yasminN130]

I can’t stop eating! Also swelling if abdomen??

[@kristinapoggie5458]

You too? I just started but am very bloated. Never usually happens.

[@juliajones8838]

Ugh I’m always bloated too now! And constantly hungry! It’s so hard to keep the weight off

[@ionutcalacian00]

Hi, I was taking 7.5 mg of mirtazapine for nearly 3 months but it was making me very groggy in the morning so I switched to trazodone a couple of weeks ago. I crosstapered for only 5 days, 3,75 mg of mirtazapine and 25 mg of trazodone then I upped trazodone to 50 mg and stopped the mirtazapine. About 5 days later I started to have bouts of light dizziness and slight nausea. I am also having sweaty palms and sometimes feeling off. I also take escitalopram for GAD and depression. Can the symptoms I am describing be withdrawal of mirtazapine? Can it be the side effects of trazodone? Can it be that the dose of escitalopram is now too high? ( I started 3 months ago with 10 mg and upped to 20 mg about 2 months ago)

[@jasbrit79]

An increase of only 25 mg shouldn't cause anything like that. I started with 50 mg and fluctuated up to 150 mg depending on how the anxieties are that day. Though my base is 50 mg and no issues but sleep.

[@JoeSmith-cn7ur]

I’ve been taking 45mg mirtazapine for a long time, They don’t give you that “detached” feeling that medications like sertraline can give you. Also just a little funny side note on the dispersible tablets ( dissolving) they have a numbing effect on your tongue, irrelevant but thought it was a funny thing to add that I get :P - the uk 🇬🇧

[@debbietaylor20]

I'm scared to try this as had a horrendous time on zoloft side effects and withdrawal were horrendous. Disassociation feeling which freaked me out so started tapering. I scared if this happening again. Should I try it . I do t want to put weight on though . I have crippling anxiety.

[@debbietaylor20]

Why does it increase cholesterol? Mines already high 😒

[@joesmith4703]

@@debbietaylor20 mirtazapine only ends in weight gain in 1/6 people, also - it’s not weight from nowhere. It just might make it so that you’re hungry, but that isn’t making you gain weight Exactly. Also I’m almost positive it doesn’t increase cholesterol. In this video he said 15%. don’t go too deep into the side effects. I generally only read the “common” side effects on medications I take. When you start going down the list onto the 1-15% margins it’s a bit ridiculous as you can take paracetamol every day and be fine, then one day develop an allergic reaction to it and die lol, so it seems a bit absurd to obsess x

[@HL-hr4ox]

@@joesmith4703 I’m with you on not reading a ton of side effects. It’s too easy to start to notice and read into anything that’s occurring. Might drive you bananas

[@Ohkeh640]

I’m on a few nights 15mg at night Today took half in morning and other half in afternoon as I get bad anxiety heart racing panic attacks

[@alysonlinefsky5444]

On 1/2 of a 7.5 dose now, as higher doses caused weight gain. Doesn’t work as well as the 7.5. Anyone know if 7.5 causes weight gain as much as higher doses?

[@alpinerocks96]

Is this help sleeping ? What is the difference between mirtazalhine and other SSRI,s.

[@realverse]

I was prescribed this to help with severe insomnia. 15mg did absolutely nothing, cut down to 7.5 and 5mg the sedative effect kicks in. But it still took me 1-2h to really fall asleep, and considering the heavy side effects (headache, nausea, violent reactions) I stopped the first week. Terrible drug I wouldn't recommend to anyone. Having tried almost any available sleeping pill, I can tell you the only one working for me has been quarter pills of 7.5mg Imovane. But had to cut off after taking it for every single night over a year. Will return to it occasionally after sleepless nights.

[@Makeupbynaomieee]

Marco V. H

[@alien-hs1zn]

So glad I’m off this pill been 3 years since I’ve never looked back this stuff is poison

[@Jack-hy1zq]

I want to get off them. Any advice much appreciated. Thanks

[@healthandenvironment2998]

I am glad u quit. I was a victim to this poison. I have quit sometime back, researched other safe means to get rid of insomnia and depression and it really is changing my life

[@thecousindeci1103]

Is it really that bad? I've heard ssris are much worse than this.

[@Ohkeh640]

@@healthandenvironment2998what helps you

[@Ohkeh640]

Can I ask why and how you came off them

[@Lia-vw8wy]

I was taking them for years for chronic insomnia. Didn't help AT ALL. Only made me fat. I couldn't stop eating

[@nickycotton6137]

+1. Also more lazy tbh

[@barbszucs8086]

I'm in the lucky 12% of people who gain weight with this med. I stopped taking it after a couple of weeks. Is the weight gain likely to continue afterwards for a while, or is my current weight just a reaction to the amount of medication I've taken?

[@bhataaru5285]

After leaving this medicine can u see any difference in weight

[@ginnybrooks8832]

How can someone taper off of the 7.5 mg dosage