MIRTAZAPINE DISINTEGRATING TABLET - ORAL

Over the past 26 years, I have been put on many different meds to treat major depression & anxiety. From those that were effective (Prozac, Wellbutrin, Trazodone, Xanax and Brintellix/Trintellix) to those that didn't help (Lexapro & Celexa), to those that made my depression worse (Elavil, Seroquel, and Remeron/mirtazapine). However, none of the meds that made my depression worse can compare to what mirtazapine/Remeron did to me. Not even close. On mirtazapine, I became a completely different person. I no longer cried. My sadness disappeared. I was able to get out of bed, get dressed, eat, and even work, but not as myself--as a robot without any emotions whatsoever. I experienced depersonalization and non-stop suicide ideation. I had to force myself to stop thinking about suicide in order to work, but it was extremely difficult, because that's where my thoughts wanted to return constantly. I was like a starving person telling myself to stop thinking about food...I could only focus on other things for short periods, then back to the dark world of suicide and death was where my thoughts ran. Constantly. Killing myself was the only thing my brain felt comfortable thinking about. I had no more feelings--no depression, no sadness, no hopelessness, but also no positive emotions--even fleeting, momentary ones. There was just no emotion in me whatsoever. For weeks my brain was mulling over the different ways I could kill myself, and which ways would be the least complicated, messy, and distressing for the people who loved me. My only goal in life became to find the ideal, most logical & efficient way to kill myself. I was completed detached from reality and didn't even consider the fact that what was happening to me was abnormal. Thankfully, my psychiatrist was on top of things and made me check in with her. As soon as she realized what was happening, she took me off mirtazapine....Thank god!!! Looking back, I can't believe how close I came to killing myself. I'm convinced it would only have been a matter of time until I settled on the "perfect plan." I would have left my children orphans ????. Every person reacts differently to each medication. I can't dissuade people from taking this drug because although it almost killed me, it has saved others, just as Prozac and Brintellix have saved me. Whatever medication you take, be vigilant about possible side effects. Be open with your doctor and loved ones so that they can be on the lookout for reactions such as mine. You can't do it alone.

Over the past 26 years, I have been put on many different meds to treat major depression & anxiety. From those that were effective (Prozac, Wellbutrin, Trazodone, Xanax and Brintellix/Trintellix) to those that didn't help (Lexapro & Celexa), to those that made my depression worse (Elavil, Seroquel, and Remeron/mirtazapine). However, none of the meds that made my depression worse can compare to what mirtazapine/Remeron did to me. Not even close. On mirtazapine, I became a completely different person. I no longer cried. My sadness disappeared. I was able to get out of bed, get dressed, eat, and even work, but not as myself--as a robot without any emotions whatsoever. I experienced depersonalization and non-stop suicide ideation. I had to force myself to stop thinking about suicide in order to work, but it was extremely difficult, because that's where my thoughts wanted to return constantly. I was like a starving person telling myself to stop thinking about food...I could only focus on other things for short periods, then back to the dark world of suicide and death was where my thoughts ran. Constantly. Killing myself was the only thing my brain felt comfortable thinking about. I had no more feelings--no depression, no sadness, no hopelessness, but also no positive emotions--even fleeting, momentary ones. There was just no emotion in me whatsoever. For weeks my brain was mulling over the different ways I could kill myself, and which ways would be the least complicated, messy, and distressing for the people who loved me. My only goal in life became to find the ideal, most logical & efficient way to kill myself. I was completed detached from reality and didn't even consider the fact that what was happening to me was abnormal. Thankfully, my psychiatrist was on top of things and made me check in with her. As soon as she realized what was happening, she took me off mirtazapine....Thank god!!! Looking back, I can't believe how close I came to killing myself. I'm convinced it would only have been a matter of time until I settled on the "perfect plan." I would have left my children orphans ????. Every person reacts differently to each medication. I can't dissuade people from taking this drug because although it almost killed me, it has saved others, just as Prozac and Brintellix have saved me. Whatever medication you take, be vigilant about possible side effects. Be open with your doctor and loved ones so that they can be on the lookout for reactions such as mine. You can't do it alone.

It helped with the suicidal thoughts at first, then they came back. Probably because the drug made me gain 40 pounds. I watched what I ate and worked out 5-7 days a week, but couldn't shed a pound. Changing to something that hopefully works better.

Over the past 26 years, I have been put on many different meds to treat major depression & anxiety. From those that were effective (Prozac, Wellbutrin, Trazodone, Xanax and Brintellix/Trintellix) to those that didn't help (Lexapro & Celexa), to those that made my depression worse (Elavil, Seroquel, and Remeron/mirtazapine). However, none of the meds that made my depression worse can compare to what mirtazapine/Remeron did to me. Not even close. On mirtazapine, I became a completely different person. I no longer cried. My sadness disappeared. I was able to get out of bed, get dressed, eat, and even work, but not as myself--as a robot without any emotions whatsoever. I experienced depersonalization and non-stop suicide ideation. I had to force myself to stop thinking about suicide in order to work, but it was extremely difficult, because that's where my thoughts wanted to return constantly. I was like a starving person telling myself to stop thinking about food...I could only focus on other things for short periods, then back to the dark world of suicide and death was where my thoughts ran. Constantly. Killing myself was the only thing my brain felt comfortable thinking about. I had no more feelings--no depression, no sadness, no hopelessness, but also no positive emotions--even fleeting, momentary ones. There was just no emotion in me whatsoever. For weeks my brain was mulling over the different ways I could kill myself, and which ways would be the least complicated, messy, and distressing for the people who loved me. My only goal in life became to find the ideal, most logical & efficient way to kill myself. I was completed detached from reality and didn't even consider the fact that what was happening to me was abnormal. Thankfully, my psychiatrist was on top of things and made me check in with her. As soon as she realized what was happening, she took me off mirtazapine....Thank god!!! Looking back, I can't believe how close I came to killing myself. I'm convinced it would only have been a matter of time until I settled on the "perfect plan." I would have left my children orphans ????. Every person reacts differently to each medication. I can't dissuade people from taking this drug because although it almost killed me, it has saved others, just as Prozac and Brintellix have saved me. Whatever medication you take, be vigilant about possible side effects. Be open with your doctor and loved ones so that they can be on the lookout for reactions such as mine. You can't do it alone.

It helped with the suicidal thoughts at first, then they came back. Probably because the drug made me gain 40 pounds. I watched what I ate and worked out 5-7 days a week, but couldn't shed a pound. Changing to something that hopefully works better.

Excellent med for depression and with no sexual side effects! Deep restful sleep as well. Generic works as well as name brand.

Over the past 26 years, I have been put on many different meds to treat major depression & anxiety. From those that were effective (Prozac, Wellbutrin, Trazodone, Xanax and Brintellix/Trintellix) to those that didn't help (Lexapro & Celexa), to those that made my depression worse (Elavil, Seroquel, and Remeron/mirtazapine). However, none of the meds that made my depression worse can compare to what mirtazapine/Remeron did to me. Not even close. On mirtazapine, I became a completely different person. I no longer cried. My sadness disappeared. I was able to get out of bed, get dressed, eat, and even work, but not as myself--as a robot without any emotions whatsoever. I experienced depersonalization and non-stop suicide ideation. I had to force myself to stop thinking about suicide in order to work, but it was extremely difficult, because that's where my thoughts wanted to return constantly. I was like a starving person telling myself to stop thinking about food...I could only focus on other things for short periods, then back to the dark world of suicide and death was where my thoughts ran. Constantly. Killing myself was the only thing my brain felt comfortable thinking about. I had no more feelings--no depression, no sadness, no hopelessness, but also no positive emotions--even fleeting, momentary ones. There was just no emotion in me whatsoever. For weeks my brain was mulling over the different ways I could kill myself, and which ways would be the least complicated, messy, and distressing for the people who loved me. My only goal in life became to find the ideal, most logical & efficient way to kill myself. I was completed detached from reality and didn't even consider the fact that what was happening to me was abnormal. Thankfully, my psychiatrist was on top of things and made me check in with her. As soon as she realized what was happening, she took me off mirtazapine....Thank god!!! Looking back, I can't believe how close I came to killing myself. I'm convinced it would only have been a matter of time until I settled on the "perfect plan." I would have left my children orphans ????. Every person reacts differently to each medication. I can't dissuade people from taking this drug because although it almost killed me, it has saved others, just as Prozac and Brintellix have saved me. Whatever medication you take, be vigilant about possible side effects. Be open with your doctor and loved ones so that they can be on the lookout for reactions such as mine. You can't do it alone.

It helped with the suicidal thoughts at first, then they came back. Probably because the drug made me gain 40 pounds. I watched what I ate and worked out 5-7 days a week, but couldn't shed a pound. Changing to something that hopefully works better.

Excellent med for depression and with no sexual side effects! Deep restful sleep as well. Generic works as well as name brand.

I've tried many other meds for PTSD with limited to no relief. This one worked immediately and completely effective with no side effects. Also it's not habit forming. Talk to your Doc and give it a try. I'm sleeping every night. Nightmares are less frequent. Been on it for about a year. I highly recommend it. Feeling like I'm ready to move on ;-)`

Over the past 26 years, I have been put on many different meds to treat major depression & anxiety. From those that were effective (Prozac, Wellbutrin, Trazodone, Xanax and Brintellix/Trintellix) to those that didn't help (Lexapro & Celexa), to those that made my depression worse (Elavil, Seroquel, and Remeron/mirtazapine). However, none of the meds that made my depression worse can compare to what mirtazapine/Remeron did to me. Not even close. On mirtazapine, I became a completely different person. I no longer cried. My sadness disappeared. I was able to get out of bed, get dressed, eat, and even work, but not as myself--as a robot without any emotions whatsoever. I experienced depersonalization and non-stop suicide ideation. I had to force myself to stop thinking about suicide in order to work, but it was extremely difficult, because that's where my thoughts wanted to return constantly. I was like a starving person telling myself to stop thinking about food...I could only focus on other things for short periods, then back to the dark world of suicide and death was where my thoughts ran. Constantly. Killing myself was the only thing my brain felt comfortable thinking about. I had no more feelings--no depression, no sadness, no hopelessness, but also no positive emotions--even fleeting, momentary ones. There was just no emotion in me whatsoever. For weeks my brain was mulling over the different ways I could kill myself, and which ways would be the least complicated, messy, and distressing for the people who loved me. My only goal in life became to find the ideal, most logical & efficient way to kill myself. I was completed detached from reality and didn't even consider the fact that what was happening to me was abnormal. Thankfully, my psychiatrist was on top of things and made me check in with her. As soon as she realized what was happening, she took me off mirtazapine....Thank god!!! Looking back, I can't believe how close I came to killing myself. I'm convinced it would only have been a matter of time until I settled on the "perfect plan." I would have left my children orphans ????. Every person reacts differently to each medication. I can't dissuade people from taking this drug because although it almost killed me, it has saved others, just as Prozac and Brintellix have saved me. Whatever medication you take, be vigilant about possible side effects. Be open with your doctor and loved ones so that they can be on the lookout for reactions such as mine. You can't do it alone.

It helped with the suicidal thoughts at first, then they came back. Probably because the drug made me gain 40 pounds. I watched what I ate and worked out 5-7 days a week, but couldn't shed a pound. Changing to something that hopefully works better.

Excellent med for depression and with no sexual side effects! Deep restful sleep as well. Generic works as well as name brand.

I've tried many other meds for PTSD with limited to no relief. This one worked immediately and completely effective with no side effects. Also it's not habit forming. Talk to your Doc and give it a try. I'm sleeping every night. Nightmares are less frequent. Been on it for about a year. I highly recommend it. Feeling like I'm ready to move on ;-)`

Of all the medications that I have taken since my depression (40 years of depression) this medicine (Remeron)has been the best that ever happen to me. I don't really feel depressed anymore but I still need this med. to be able to sleep and eat. I have lost my appetite entirely and I believe forever and with Remeron I feel hungry. Right now I'm only taking 15mgs. and I cut the pill in half (7.5 mgs). The dose doesn't come lower.

Over the past 26 years, I have been put on many different meds to treat major depression & anxiety. From those that were effective (Prozac, Wellbutrin, Trazodone, Xanax and Brintellix/Trintellix) to those that didn't help (Lexapro & Celexa), to those that made my depression worse (Elavil, Seroquel, and Remeron/mirtazapine). However, none of the meds that made my depression worse can compare to what mirtazapine/Remeron did to me. Not even close. On mirtazapine, I became a completely different person. I no longer cried. My sadness disappeared. I was able to get out of bed, get dressed, eat, and even work, but not as myself--as a robot without any emotions whatsoever. I experienced depersonalization and non-stop suicide ideation. I had to force myself to stop thinking about suicide in order to work, but it was extremely difficult, because that's where my thoughts wanted to return constantly. I was like a starving person telling myself to stop thinking about food...I could only focus on other things for short periods, then back to the dark world of suicide and death was where my thoughts ran. Constantly. Killing myself was the only thing my brain felt comfortable thinking about. I had no more feelings--no depression, no sadness, no hopelessness, but also no positive emotions--even fleeting, momentary ones. There was just no emotion in me whatsoever. For weeks my brain was mulling over the different ways I could kill myself, and which ways would be the least complicated, messy, and distressing for the people who loved me. My only goal in life became to find the ideal, most logical & efficient way to kill myself. I was completed detached from reality and didn't even consider the fact that what was happening to me was abnormal. Thankfully, my psychiatrist was on top of things and made me check in with her. As soon as she realized what was happening, she took me off mirtazapine....Thank god!!! Looking back, I can't believe how close I came to killing myself. I'm convinced it would only have been a matter of time until I settled on the "perfect plan." I would have left my children orphans ????. Every person reacts differently to each medication. I can't dissuade people from taking this drug because although it almost killed me, it has saved others, just as Prozac and Brintellix have saved me. Whatever medication you take, be vigilant about possible side effects. Be open with your doctor and loved ones so that they can be on the lookout for reactions such as mine. You can't do it alone.

It helped with the suicidal thoughts at first, then they came back. Probably because the drug made me gain 40 pounds. I watched what I ate and worked out 5-7 days a week, but couldn't shed a pound. Changing to something that hopefully works better.

Excellent med for depression and with no sexual side effects! Deep restful sleep as well. Generic works as well as name brand.

I've tried many other meds for PTSD with limited to no relief. This one worked immediately and completely effective with no side effects. Also it's not habit forming. Talk to your Doc and give it a try. I'm sleeping every night. Nightmares are less frequent. Been on it for about a year. I highly recommend it. Feeling like I'm ready to move on ;-)`

Of all the medications that I have taken since my depression (40 years of depression) this medicine (Remeron)has been the best that ever happen to me. I don't really feel depressed anymore but I still need this med. to be able to sleep and eat. I have lost my appetite entirely and I believe forever and with Remeron I feel hungry. Right now I'm only taking 15mgs. and I cut the pill in half (7.5 mgs). The dose doesn't come lower.

This medication takes a full 4-6 weeks for full effectiveness. Anyone that has taken this drug less than this amount of time should not be rating it. This medication works very well for me and helps me sleep well. Research has shown that it treats depression effectively without adversly effecting sleep the ways that SSRI's (Lexapro, paxil, prozac, celexa etc) do.

works well for me

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

I am on 37.5 mg after 6 months of lower doses. It definitely helps sleep and the depression lifted after adding the latest 7.5mg. I have watched my calorie intake carefully and have not gained weight. No sexual side effects. I would rate it A+.

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

I am on 37.5 mg after 6 months of lower doses. It definitely helps sleep and the depression lifted after adding the latest 7.5mg. I have watched my calorie intake carefully and have not gained weight. No sexual side effects. I would rate it A+.

WEIGHT GAIN

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

I am on 37.5 mg after 6 months of lower doses. It definitely helps sleep and the depression lifted after adding the latest 7.5mg. I have watched my calorie intake carefully and have not gained weight. No sexual side effects. I would rate it A+.

WEIGHT GAIN

when my depression comes on, it less me hopeless. Remeron keeps me from hitting those lows'

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

I am on 37.5 mg after 6 months of lower doses. It definitely helps sleep and the depression lifted after adding the latest 7.5mg. I have watched my calorie intake carefully and have not gained weight. No sexual side effects. I would rate it A+.

WEIGHT GAIN

when my depression comes on, it less me hopeless. Remeron keeps me from hitting those lows'

not me

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

I am on 37.5 mg after 6 months of lower doses. It definitely helps sleep and the depression lifted after adding the latest 7.5mg. I have watched my calorie intake carefully and have not gained weight. No sexual side effects. I would rate it A+.

WEIGHT GAIN

when my depression comes on, it less me hopeless. Remeron keeps me from hitting those lows'

not me

i have only taken 1 20mg pill and cut the second dose in half - i will not take another dose unless i can be assured it will get easier

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

I am on 37.5 mg after 6 months of lower doses. It definitely helps sleep and the depression lifted after adding the latest 7.5mg. I have watched my calorie intake carefully and have not gained weight. No sexual side effects. I would rate it A+.

WEIGHT GAIN

when my depression comes on, it less me hopeless. Remeron keeps me from hitting those lows'

not me

i have only taken 1 20mg pill and cut the second dose in half - i will not take another dose unless i can be assured it will get easier

I had a very restful sleep while taking this medication. The only side effect of taking this med is that I was groggy for a while after waking up, but very relaxed the rest of the day.

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

I am on 37.5 mg after 6 months of lower doses. It definitely helps sleep and the depression lifted after adding the latest 7.5mg. I have watched my calorie intake carefully and have not gained weight. No sexual side effects. I would rate it A+.

WEIGHT GAIN

when my depression comes on, it less me hopeless. Remeron keeps me from hitting those lows'

not me

i have only taken 1 20mg pill and cut the second dose in half - i will not take another dose unless i can be assured it will get easier

I had a very restful sleep while taking this medication. The only side effect of taking this med is that I was groggy for a while after waking up, but very relaxed the rest of the day.

I have been taking it for several years. It definitely helps me sleep, but I take several other antidepressants, so am not sure how well it helps the depression. I have gained about 20 pounds on the medicine. I am not at all happy about that, but it is better than not sleeping.

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

I am on 37.5 mg after 6 months of lower doses. It definitely helps sleep and the depression lifted after adding the latest 7.5mg. I have watched my calorie intake carefully and have not gained weight. No sexual side effects. I would rate it A+.

WEIGHT GAIN

when my depression comes on, it less me hopeless. Remeron keeps me from hitting those lows'

not me

i have only taken 1 20mg pill and cut the second dose in half - i will not take another dose unless i can be assured it will get easier

I had a very restful sleep while taking this medication. The only side effect of taking this med is that I was groggy for a while after waking up, but very relaxed the rest of the day.

I have been taking it for several years. It definitely helps me sleep, but I take several other antidepressants, so am not sure how well it helps the depression. I have gained about 20 pounds on the medicine. I am not at all happy about that, but it is better than not sleeping.

I have been using this medication for about 10 months. While it has somewhat helped my depression symptoms, I find the 10+ pounds I have gained to be a big drawback. Also, the drowsy feelings that helped me sleep are no longer working like they used to. I will be switching meds.

works well for me

Have been using for 8 yrs. Get great sleep. Feel able to function all day. Start day early, up at 6 am, not groggy. Take with 5mg Diazepam

I am on 37.5 mg after 6 months of lower doses. It definitely helps sleep and the depression lifted after adding the latest 7.5mg. I have watched my calorie intake carefully and have not gained weight. No sexual side effects. I would rate it A+.

WEIGHT GAIN

when my depression comes on, it less me hopeless. Remeron keeps me from hitting those lows'

not me

i have only taken 1 20mg pill and cut the second dose in half - i will not take another dose unless i can be assured it will get easier

I had a very restful sleep while taking this medication. The only side effect of taking this med is that I was groggy for a while after waking up, but very relaxed the rest of the day.

I have been taking it for several years. It definitely helps me sleep, but I take several other antidepressants, so am not sure how well it helps the depression. I have gained about 20 pounds on the medicine. I am not at all happy about that, but it is better than not sleeping.

I have been using this medication for about 10 months. While it has somewhat helped my depression symptoms, I find the 10+ pounds I have gained to be a big drawback. Also, the drowsy feelings that helped me sleep are no longer working like they used to. I will be switching meds.

Great. I'm sleeping and eating again... But I sleep walk... anyone else?