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Indication

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Adult Dose

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Indication: Depression
Age: Adult
Dose: Oral – Initially, 15 mg daily; may be increased gradually depending on clinical response
Frequency: single dose, preferably at bedtime, or in 2 divided doses
Duration: Change dose at intervals of at least 1-2 weeks
Note: Usual effective dose: 15-45 mg daily
Indication: Depression
Age: Elderly
Dose: Oral – 7.5 mg/day
Frequency: by mouth at bedtime
Duration: increase by 7.5-15 mg/day no more frequently than every 1-2 weeks
Note: not to exceed 45 mg/day

Child Dose

Clinical InformationAdministration Information
Age: Child
Dose: Tablet – Safety and efficacy not established

Renal Dose

Clinical InformationAdministration Information
Condition: Renal impairment (Creatinine Clearance less than 39 mL/min)
Dose: Not specified
Note: Clearance is reduced; monitor closely
Administration
  • May be taken with or without food
  • Take in the evening before bed
Side Effect

Drug Interaction

Drug NameRisk Factors
Cimetidine
Increased bioavailability
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines (Diazepam, Alprazolam, Lorazepam, Clonazepam, Midazolam)
Potentiation of sedative effects

Disease Interaction

Disease NameRisk Factors
Known Hypersensitivity to Mirtazapine
Risk of severe allergic reactions

Pregnancy

Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Keep away from light and moisture. Store below 30º C. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

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