Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
54.00

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Depression

COMPOSITION:
Mirtazapine (7.5mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Lactation
CAUTION

Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.The baby should be monitored for behavioral side effects and adequate growth.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet can affect your concentration or alertness. This may impair your driving ability.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Mirtazapine   7.5mg

Uses of Mirtakem Tablet
Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression.

How to use Mirtakem Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Mirtakem Tablet works
Mirtakem 7.5mg Tablet is an antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.

Side Effects:

Common Sleepiness, Dryness in mouth, Increased appetite, Headache, Weight gain.

Expert advice for Mirtakem Tablet
Mirtakem starts to work more quickly than other antidepressants. Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Mirtakem, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. If your doctor asks you to stop Mirtakem, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat or fever or stomatitis during treatment with Mirtakem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Mirtakem an SSRI/ MAOI/opiate/ narcotic/ benzo/tricyclic antidepressant?
Mirtakem is a tetracyclic antidepressant. It is not SSRI/ MAOI/opiate/narcotic

Q. Is Mirtakem addictive?
No, Mirtakem is not addictive. Patient should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Is Mirtakem safe?
Mirtakem is safe if used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Can I take Mirtakem forever?
No, patient should take Mirtakem for the given duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Can I take mirtazapine for sleep with citalopram?
No, Patient should not take mirtazapine with citalopram because it may cause serious side effects. Always consult your doctor regarding its use

Q. Can you take Mirtakem for sleep?
Mirtakem is specifically used to treat major depressive disorder. Patient should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take mirtazapine with sertraline/ citalopram/ fluoxetine/ antibiotics/ zopiclone/ amitryptline/ tramadol/ diazepam/ ambien/ Xanax?
Taking other medicines may alter the effects of mirtazapine. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

Q. Does Mirtakem cause weight gain/memory loss/ insomnia/ make you eat more/ make you constipated?
Mirtakem may cause these side effects. However, consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms

Q. Does Mirtakem treat anxiety/lower seizure threshold?
Mirtakem may be used to treat anxiety but not to lower the seizure threshold. Care should be taken in patients with seizures

Q. Does Mirtakem contain benzodiazepine?
No, it does not contain benzodiazepine.