Depression medication remeron

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Avatar m tn I have been taking Remeron 30 mg since September 21, 2009, for depression/anxiety. I have few side effects (craving sugar most of the time). Anyhow, I have been experiencing mild panic attacks for about a week, nothing in particular is trigering this onset (at least not conscient). I have to take .5 of klonipin to kill the panic attack. I have used lexapro in the past for 8 weeks without any success.
Avatar m tn After a failed attempt to fix my anxiety and subsequent depression that has come from it over the last 14 weeks with Lexapro and Paxil, my psych is switching me too Remeron (Mirtazapine) 30mgs. I started my first dose last night and already started my taper down of Paxil CR 50mg to Paxil CR 37.5 and hold there for a week. I also take Clonazepam 1mg at night to help me sleep due to the paxil. And I take Clonazepam .25mg dissolvable tablets during the day as needed for anxiety.
Avatar m tn What psychiatrists sometimes do in this situation is add wellbutrin to the ssri to counter the sexual side effects. Because you're not discontinuing the ssri the wellbutrin won't be as stimulating as it is by itself. Remeron works well for some on this board, but it is a big weight gainer so many psychiatrist just won't prescribe it for most people. Mine only uses it for geriatric patients who won't eat. So there's that to consider.
953190 tn?1276516034 re depressed again, I would definitely go back on this medication. Always keep in mind that every medication works differently in different individuals. Every situation and body is unique, so go by what you know has worked for you.
Avatar m tn Xanweaner has made some very good suggestions. I am also medication resistant. About 10 to 15 percent of individuals with Severe Depression are what's refered to as "Medication resistant." From the sound of it you may also be med resistant too.
256161 tn?1196879046 The first weeks on Remeron are hang-over days for me. I wake up as if I have been drinking heavy. It evens out relatively fast. I've been taking Remeron for 4 seasons and it has lingered my depression, anger, irritability and even physical pain - not to forget: Anxiety. It is effective on anxiety too, and it helps one to easier fall asleep at night (if insomnia is caused by higher anxiety-levels or restlessness).
Avatar f tn He also put me on 15 mg of Remeron. It has helped with my sleep but the depression has not changed due to the pain. I have been on the remeron for 2 weeks. Any experience with this med? I will see my pain manangement doc in 2 weeks. I ahve been on avinza 90mg for 2 years. Xodol for breakthrough pain for 2 years. My pain level is increasing and the xodol does nothing for my break through pain. Any ideas what options are available for me.
Avatar f tn Besides insomnia Remeron withdrawal can cause diarrhea, dizziness, electric shock sensations, fatigue, flatulence and worsening depression. Remeron has a half-life of 20-40 hours, and like other antidepressants, can cause withdrawal symptoms upon discontinuation, therefore a slow and gradual dose reduction is recommended to minimize symptoms.
Avatar m tn ive had nothing but chest tightness, and panic attacks. we tried every medication for depression and anxiety over the course of 5 years. then one day i asked my dr if he could think of anything else. he said "lets try remeron"....why not? i agreed and the first day i noticed improvement. it all depends on the person as to what dosage is best...i finally feel alot better than i did. its almost like im a newer me.
Avatar m tn BTW, about Remeron (if anyone is considering it) Great AD medication - very effective for Severe treatment resistant depression like mine, BUT BEWARE! This Remeron will make you blow up like a freaking ballon! I have taken just about any and every AD med on the market and NONE have caused me weight gain, but This Remeron....OMG dude, it will make you fat in a real big hurry! BTW I have been eating like a bird too! Less that 1200 calories a day and still gaining weight!
Avatar n tn I had never heard of Tetracyclic either, even though I've taken Remeron. I looked it up right before I posted to you. Hensley, I was on AD's from 1980 to 2004. Nothing ever seemed to help much. Then suddenly, 4yrs ago, my depression lifted almost completely and except for occasional circumstantial depression, it's been relatively GONE! Remeron and Paxil were the last AD's I was on so maybe they worked so well, they got rid of the depression!
Avatar n tn I am having lots of Anxiety and no sleep becasue of the anxiety. My dr. put me on Remeron 30mg. Then I was sleeping great. But the anxiety during the day was the same. So he added Abilify. With one dose of 2mg I felt increased anxiety and irrablity. Is it possible that I do not have depression and because I'm my healthy, how would the Abilify effect me?
Avatar m tn I've been prescribed generic Remeron since I wasn't having much luck with the SSRI meds. I've been off meds for about six months and am not having much success on my own. I'm also going for CBT (cognetive behavior therapy) for my anxiety and am going to my first group support meeting this friday. Has anyone had recent experience with generic Remeron? Don't know what to expect for sure but the SSRI side effects were miserable. Thx again, Thom.
Avatar f tn Thank you for your knowledge and response! No, my sex life was great off medication and when I was on Celexa and Remeron. I was off them for a year and then got on these and to my surprise, sexual dysfunction majorly. Hopefully Wellbutrin does the job and counters that then. I'm assuming a couple weeks to a month before I notice a difference? And interesting about the Seroquel.
Avatar n tn t harmful to my health, because remeron is the only medication that helps my insomnia. But I read that this side effect of remeron might indicate autonomic nervous system neuropathy. Is this accurate? Should I stop the medication? I am asking my doctor, but I would appreciate other feedback as well. Thank you.
Avatar n tn I stopped Remeron 5 days ago, initially taking 30 mg and then my physician brought it down to 15 mg for a week. Last Saturday I stopped it completely, but now I'm going through hell with withdrawals. I weigh 105 lbs, and would like to start taking Lexapro. How many mg should I start with? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Avatar f tn I was put on 15 mg of remeron last tuesday night for anxiety depression and sleep,,,im feeling kinda confused and forgetful im also on risperdal and tapering off ativan,,,any one out there have good luck with remeron,,will this feeling i have go away,,sometimes i feel like i getting forgetful and im scared i have also recently misplaced a bottle of pills and i cant tfind it its driving me over the edge i have searched my house someone either came in and stole it or i threw it away
Avatar m tn First of I just want to say thank you to any one in advance who may leave a response to this post. I've been struggling with bad depression and I keep cycling fro one medication to another, not because the aren't working but, because I seem to really struggle with the physical side effects, The main problems are of course drowsiness, sexual dis-function, and constipation.
1565420 tn?1304572548 Has anyone tried Remeron for fibromyagia yet? I take it for depression and I think because it is a hypnotic and sleep aid ...It has helped with my pain. Has anyone else experienced this or tried it yet?
Avatar n tn t slept in like 5 days and have been on almost every med possible to help with my anxiety. Due to the insomnia i am now developing depression. My doctor prescribed me Remeron (Mirtazipine). Has anyone found relief from this drug? I am desperate for sleep and desperate to not my anxious anymore! Today i tried to drive to the doc office but i couldnt becuz i had a panic attack in the car! I cant drive i cant sleep i cant even get out of my house sometimes.
Avatar n tn How well can Effexor XR 150 mg plus Remeron 15 mg help depression, and how long does it take to see any improvement?