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
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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.