Prescription Drug Index
REMERON
This is a Brand Name Prescription Drug
Remeron
Pronounced: REM-ur-on
Generic name: Mirtazapine
Remeron is prescribed for the treatment of major depression--that is a continuous depressed mood that interferes with everyday life. The symptoms of major depression often include changes in appetite and weight difficulty sleeping loss of interest in pleasurable activities constant fidgeting or a slowdown in movement fatigue feelings of guilt or worthlessness difficulty concentrating slowed thinking and suicidal thoughts.
Remeron is thought to work by adjusting the balance of the brains natural chemical messengers especially norepinephrine and serotonin.
ADULTS
The usual starting dose is 15 milligrams taken daily before going to sleep. Depending upon your response your dosage may be increased to as much as 45 milligrams a day.
CHILDREN
The safety and effectiveness of Remeron have not been established in children.
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