Remeron Side Effects

What is Remeron?

Remeron is a brand name for the drug Mirtazapine, an anti-depressant. Mirtzapine changes brain chemicals that cause depression by becoming imbalanced. It is used to alleviate major depression. It is also occasionally used for other reasons. Consult a doctor to know more about Remeron.

Potential for Abuse?

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Remeron Side Effects

Serious Remeron side effects:

• Fever
• Chills
• Aches
• Flu symptoms
• Severe fatigue
• Sores in the mouth and on the lips

Less serious Remeron side effects:

• Drowsiness
• Disorientation
• Weakness
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Dry mouth
• Weight gain and increased appetite

This is not a complete list of Remeron side effects. Consult your doctor for a full list.

Interesting Remeron Tidbits

Here are some interesting facts about Remeron:

• Mirtazapine, the ingredient in Remeron, is also known by the brands Avanza, Miron, Axit, Mirtazon, Mirtabene, Mirtaz, Mirtazapin, Mirzaten, Mizapin Sol, Norset, Promyrtil, Norset, Psidep, Remergil, Remergon, Rexer, and Zispin.
• Mirtazapine has a half-life of about 36 hours in females and 25 in males.  It is metabolized by the liver.
• Mirtazapine is comparatively safe in the event of over-dose.
• Some evidence has shown Remeron to be effective against insomnia.
  

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