Mirnite 15mg Tablet (Mirtazapine 15mg)

Mirnite 15mg Tablet is a medicine that belongs to the class of tetracyclic antidepressant. It is used for the treatment of symptoms associated with severe/clinical depression.Mirnite 15mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression. This medicine works by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain that help calm the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your depression.

Mirnite 15mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, increased appetite, and headaches. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause weight gain; therefore, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly. Moreover, it is important to inform your doctor if you develop a sore throat or fever after taking this medicine.

List of substitutes for Mirnite 15 MG Tablet

Miramind 15 MG Tablet

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Mirazep 15 MG Tablet

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Mirtadep 15 MG Tablet

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Mirtaz 15 MG Tablet

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Mizhra 15 MG Tablet

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Major & minor side effects for Mirnite 15 MG Tablet

Uncontrolled muscle movements

Mood swings

Abnormal thinking

Agitation and anxiety

Difficulty in breathing

Swelling of eyelids, face, lips

Irregular menstrual periods

Convulsions (seizures)

Change in libido

Fever with chills

Dizziness and fainting

Dry mouth and lips

Weight gain

Nausea and Vomiting

Increased urination frequency

Abnormal dreams

Sense of constant movement of surroundings

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What is it prescribed for?

Depression

This medicine is used to relieve symptoms of major depression. These symptoms may include sadness, loss of interest, irritability and sleeplessness. The symptoms are very severe and may impair the normal quality of life.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to Mirtazepine or any other ingredient present with it.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)

This medicine should not be used by patients taking any medicine belonging to MAO inhibitor category. The minimum time gap between the consumption of these medicines should be 14 days.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless clearly needed and the benefits outweigh the risks. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. It is advised to discontinue breastfeeding if the use of the medicine is necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks before starting the use of this medicine.

General warnings

Suicidal thoughts and behaviour

Use of this medicine is reported to provoke suicidal thoughts and increased suicidal tendencies, especially in young patients. Report any such incidence to the doctor so that counseling and monitoring of progress can be performed at regular intervals.

Serotonin syndrome

Use of this medicine along with other serotonergic drugs may cause a condition marked by high body temperature, agitation, increased reflexes, tremor, sweating, dilated pupils and diarrhea.

Withdrawal

The use of this medicine should not be discontinued abruptly. Symptoms of an abrupt withdrawal may include dizziness, abnormal dreams, agitation, anxiety, tremor etc.

Bone fracture

Use of this medicine has been associated with rare cases of bone fracture. Report any instance of bone pain, swelling, or bruising to the doctor while being treated with this medicine.

Movement disorder

Use of this medicine may cause a movement disorder marked be restlessness and a compelling need to be in constant motion. The patient may also feel that the surrounding, as well as himself, is moving constantly.

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome

Use of this medicine has been associated with the occurrence of a rare but serious condition characterized by very high fever, irregular heart rate, increased need to breathe, muscle stiffness, altered mental status etc.

Glaucoma

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from angle closure glaucoma.

Change in libido

Use of this medicine has been associated with a change in libido and sexual dysfunction.

Mania

Use of this medicine may precipitate mania and hence should be used with caution in patients suffering from bipolar disorder.

Heart and blood vessel disorder

Use of this medicine may worsen the symptoms of a heart or blood vessel disorder. It should be used with caution in such cases especially if the patient is taking other medications that could also affect the functioning of heart and blood vessels.

Drowsiness

Use of this medicine may cause drowsiness in some patients. You should refrain from driving or operating heavy machinery at least in the initial phase of treatment with this medicine.

Increased appetite and weight gain

Use of this medicine may cause an increase in appetite and may lead to weight gain.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.

Overdose

Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. Symptoms of an overdose may include confusion, difficulty in recalling past incidents, increased pulse rate, and drowsiness.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Use of alcohol may increase the severity and occurrence of side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty in concentration etc.

Instructions

Avoid or limit the uptake of alcohol while taking this medicine. Avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating machinery after taking this medicine.

Interaction with Medicine

Amitriptyline

Cisapride

Fluoxetine

Linezolid

Mifepristone

Moxifloxacin

Ondansetron

Tramadol

Quinidine

Selegiline

5-Hydroxytryptophan

Disease interactions

Liver/kidney impairment

This medicine should be administered with caution in patients having an impairment of liver/kidney function. Appropriate dose adjustment and frequent monitoring are advised in such cases.

Pheochromocytoma

This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a tumor of the adrenal glands as the risk of severe adverse effects are significantly high.

Seizure disorders

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from epilepsy or any other form of seizure disorder.

Glaucoma

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from angle closure glaucoma. Use of this medicine may cause the intraocular pressure to rise worsening the symptoms of the disease.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Take Mirnite 15 MG Tablet exactly as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the labeled instructions while taking this medicine. Ensure that the right quantity of medicine is consumed for the prescribed duration only. This medicine is usually taken at bedtime with an adequate amount of water. It may take several weeks for the symptoms to improve. Do not stop the use of this medicine abruptly.