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Mirtazapine

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Serotonin and Noradrenaline Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRI) remeron Adult

Mirtazapine - What is it for

Mirtazepine belongs to a class of medications known as Noradrenergic Specific Serotonergic Antidepressants (NaSSA). It is used to treat symptoms of depression (low mood) such as:

  • Feeling sad
  • Feeling hopeless or useless
  • Feeling bad about yourself
  • Thoughts of death or ending your life
  • Poor sleep, energy or appetite

Mirtazapine may also be used for other conditions. Check with your healthcare professional if you are unsure why you are given this medicine.

  • Updated on 31 May 2021
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup , PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
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