About mirtazapine ph eur
Tetracyclic antidepressant
Used for
- Major depressive disorder
Usual adult dose
Usually 15–45 mg once daily, commonly at bedtime.
Common side effects
- Sleepiness or dizziness
- Increased appetite and weight gain
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
Important warnings
- May increase suicidal thoughts, especially early in treatment or after dose changes.
- Do not stop suddenly; withdrawal symptoms may occur.
- Can cause low blood-cell counts, rarely.
- Avoid alcohol; sleepiness may impair driving.
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy only after weighing benefits and risks with a healthcare professional.
Breastfeeding
Mirtazapine passes into breast milk; infant effects are possible, so use requires clinical assessment.
Interactions
- MAO inhibitors: serious interaction; allow at least 14 days between treatments.
- Other medicines that cause sleepiness, including opioids and alcohol.
- Serotonergic medicines, such as SSRIs or tramadol, may increase serotonin-syndrome risk.
- Warfarin: mirtazapine may alter anticoagulant effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.