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Mirtee is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression.
The right dosage of Mirtee depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Mirtee include Dry Mouth, Headache, Weight gain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mirtee as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mirtee go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Mirtee's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mirtee related warnings talks about Mirtee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Mirtee is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Kidney Disease, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mirtee are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Mirtee may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Mirtee is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mirtee is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mirtee is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Mirtee safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mirtee. It is best to stop taking Mirtee immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mirtee safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Mirtee. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Mirtee on the Kidneys?
Mirtee has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mirtee on the Liver?
Side effects of Mirtee rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Mirtee on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Mirtee on the heart have been reported.
Mirtee should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mirtee unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mirtee habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mirtee is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Mirtee you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mirtee only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Mirtee is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mirtee
You can take Mirtee with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mirtee
Taking alcohol with Mirtee can be dangerous.
Yes, Mirtee may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Yes, Mirtee may cause hallucinations infrequently in a few cases only. If you are experiencing hallucinations after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
No, Mirtee is not a benzo (benzodiazepine). It contains mirtazapine which is an antidepressant drug used for the treatment of major depressive disorder.
Yes, Mirtee might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is an infrequent side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown. This effect is unharmful and reversible in nature. Generally, normal hair growth is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
Take Mirtee once a day preferably at bedtime. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with mania, seizures, and improper liver function.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Remeron® (mirtazapine)