Generic name: mirtazapine (oral route) [ mir-TAZ-a-peen ]
Drug class:Tetracyclic antidepressants
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 24, 2021.
Suicidal Thoughts and BehaviorsIncreased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in pediatric and young adult patients taking antidepressants. Closely monitor all antidepressant-treated patients for clinical worsening and emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Mirtazapine is not approved for use in pediatric patients..
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Remeron
- Remeron Soltab
In Canada
- Remeron RD
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet, Disintegrating
- Tablet
Therapeutic Class: Antidepressant
Pharmacologic Class: Antidepressant, Tetracyclic
Uses for Remeron RD
Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. Mirtazapine belongs to a group of medicines called tetracyclic antidepressants. These medicines work in the central nervous system (CNS) to make certain chemicals in the brain stronger.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Remeron RD
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of mirtazapine in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of ..
