Mirtazapine for Depression User Reviews

• Meano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 28, 2021

Remeron (mirtazapine) "TLDR: Alleviated body panic and sleeping issues. Do not take if you already have issues managing symptoms of depression. I was prescribed this for PTSD and because my sensitivity to noise disrupted my sleep. Sudden noises produced a sort of 'fight or flight' response from my body that was typically followed by an emotional response. Remeron dials down that nervous response. I haven't woken to footsteps while on it and I have become significantly less sensitive to surprises. Beware, your body will take time to get used to this medication. For the first week, I was horribly lethargic. After that, I had issues with anger and rage-filled outbursts. Always keep in mind that drugs are just a fraction of what it takes to be mentally well. To all reading this, I love you and I'm proud of you for being here."

• Anon
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 14, 2020

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I am an alcoholic/addict who had been self-medicating through any illicit substance I could get my hands on for over 10 years. Remeron was suggested in treatment since I've suffered with anxiety/social anxiety/major depression for so many years that I had lost hope in ever getting better. Remeron worked fast and with counseling/meditation/exercise, and I felt like a person again. I was on Remeron for about 4 months until I tapered off my 7.5 mg dose. For me, less was more. About 10 months later, I noticed my depression creeping up, and since I've been sober/clean for about 15 months, I felt like I fell short in mental health maintenance (when I really didn't). So I went to see a doctor and got back on 15mg, and the next day the medication was already working better than I could have ever hoped for. I didn't want to accept the fact that I was getting depressed, but if I didn't reach out for help, it would have led me down the road to relapse."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 11, 2020

"I am going through something major in my life right now. I am extremely depressed (not suicidal). I cry a lot. Could not get more than 4 hours of sleep. Also, I felt completely worthless due to the chaos in my life recently. I felt like I was falling apart. I am not a fan of medications. But I knew I needed the extra pick-me-up. I was prescribed Mirtazapine. And let me tell you. I now get amazing sleep! I do not feel hopeless; I’m not crying. I feel like I can get through my struggle without stressing myself out. My dose of mirtazapine is 15mg 1x a day before bed. I am extremely satisfied."

• Cryst...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 22, 2020

"10/10 I feel amazing!! Been miserable most of my life until I started taking this!! My anxiety's gone I sleep better. I'm not angry or worried! My house is tidy and me and the kids are happy! Absolutely recommend to anyone who suffers from depression, anxiety, or insomnia."

• Dave
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 5, 2020

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I really like this medication. I'd always been wary of antidepressants because of the well-known side effects, but being an SSRI, I gave this one a shot. Never looked back. Gained maybe 8 pounds, but you can't tell because I look and feel so much healthier and happier. Little to no side effects other than that 8 pounds, I can finally sleep again. Woke up a little dizzy in the morning for the first 2 or 3 weeks, but it doesn't happen anymore. You probably won't ever forget to take it, and you won't be able to sleep without it once you're on it, but my quality of life is so much higher I don't mind."

• 954Girl
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 1, 2016

Remeron (mirtazapine) "Fantastic medicine! I have insomnia, depression, and anxiety. Helps me fall asleep and sleep hard all through the night. I wake up feeling refreshed. This pill gives me lots of energy. I'm back on my bicycle and hitting my home gym daily. I feel confident in myself for the first time and almost feel guilty for not having constant self-depreciating thoughts. Thankful God has given me powerful healing in this medicine. A tool against the devil, I no longer hear his lies so much. Living happily."

• Al B
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 20, 2021

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I was on 7.5 for a few months after deaths in the family. Remeron works WELL. No side effects except it being hard to wake up, hence coffee. EXERCISE & LIMIT CARBS while on it. Many people say it’s impossible to come off Remeron. It’s Not. Yes it’s not easy, but it’s doable. If you do a slow, gradual taper over several weeks or months, depending on your specific situation, you will be off no problem. I’ve been off for about a week now, and I tapered over 2 months more or less, to the point of taking micro doses (a tiny crumb of a pill) in the final days. Make sure to have the natural calming agents: Fish oil, Magnesium Glycinate, Ashwagandha, CBD oil, Melatonin, GABA, Chamomile tea, & Vitamin C. Have a good healthy diet with organic foods, exercise daily, and meditate before going to bed. The people that struggle coming off came off too fast, or tried cold turkey. If you have bad insomnia and need temporary (weeks/months) help sleeping, this is a VERY GOOD drug."

• Medic
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 8, 2014

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I have suffered from severe disabling anxiety and depression for over a year now. I'm a paramedic and father of 2 children and it greatly affected my ability to work, or even go to work, and also my ability to enjoy my children when I had them. Lost 30-40 lbs. After trying every SSRI on the market for 4 weeks and finally developing suicidal thoughts, I checked myself into a hospital. Within 4 days of starting Remeron, depression was completely relieved. Still have anxiety at times, no panic attacks. VERY FEW SIDE EFFECTS. Had sweating the first 2 days, that's it. GREAT MEDICINE FOR ME!!!!!!! I'm eating again and feeling great!"

• Coco
• February 19, 2020

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I was taking mirtazapine for around a year and had I been in a better space I would have gotten off it as soon as I realized it was causing certain effects on me. Minor side effects: sluggishness, major weight gain. I was prescribed this medication due to having poor sleep, but it made me have vivid awful dreams - sleep paralysis multiple times a night. I used to sleep for 14+ hours, usually in the day due to being worried about falling asleep for the nightmares. It caused me to miss lots of university - I was so tired and drowsy I could not physically get up. I wish I had been able to understand the effect it was having on my body and stop them sooner. I was severely suicidal. I made plans almost daily, even walking to the shop I thought about walking in front of buses. It was a truly awful time in my life, made worse by a medication which did not suit me. I’m glad it has worked for some, but if anyone I knew personally were to tell me they were taking it, I would advise them not to."

• Noel...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 10, 2020

"I've taken Mirtazapine (30 mg) in the orodispersible version for severe depression with insomnia and other disorders. This medication really helped me out; it has literally saved me. I'm a whole different person after the cure with it. No side effects on me. I recommend taking it in the evening if possible because this antidepressant has very strong antihistamine properties (I no longer had allergic rhinitis or urticaria from pollen and dust), so it leads to marked sleepiness. For this reason, it is useful in case of insomnia. My overall opinion is excellent; it pulled me out of a very bad situation of inner suffering that I thought was unfortunately chronic over time. I have not had any withdrawal symptoms after discontinuation. This antidepressant does not affect neither the sexual drive nor the sexual function."

• cfano
• June 3, 2019

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I NEVER REALIZED HOW BAD I WAS UNTIL I STARTED FEELING GOOD AGAIN!! Remeron has changed my life. I had anxiety and depression, and I had tried Zoloft, Buspar, Wellbutrin, and am on Lexapro still. Some of my worst anxiety symptoms were nausea, lack of appetite, and vivid dreams. I am currently on Lexapro 15 mg with 7.5 mg Remeron that I started a little over a week ago. I was scared to try it because I am sensitive to medication changes, but the first night I slept amazingly, fell asleep easily, and woke up with a quiet mind. I still had vivid dreams, but I did not have an anxiety-producing reaction. I was scared I would never find an answer to my anxiety disorder, which resulted in depression as well. Highly recommended if dealing with insomnia, vivid dreams, and lack of appetite. I did not have any weight gain but did have food cravings for the first day or so, but other than that, this drug was side effect-free. The weight has finally been lifted off my shoulders, and the mind is much quieter."

• Goril...
• May 19, 2013

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I'm a 43-year-old woman and I've been on 30mg Remeron for over 10 years now. It was prescribed for major depression and generalized anxiety disorder. I was NOT sleeping at all. When I first started taking it, I was a walking zombie for about 2-3 months (got some much-needed sleep); however, after that, it's like someone opened a window in a dark room. I was feeling 80% normal (prior to taking it, I was in the negative). I'll take 80% any day. You should take it an hour or so before bedtime because it has a huge sedative effect. Take care in the beginning because it's potent to begin with. It takes time for it to start really working, so don't be put off by the zombie state; it does go away."

• Sebby...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 5, 2014

Remeron (mirtazapine) "My main problem is a pretty bad insomnia/anxiety. I tried several natural products over the last 3 years (melatonin, Valerian root, Tea, GABA, Magnesium, etc.) as well as using good sleeping habits. I just couldn't support the lack of sleep anymore (hundreds of nights without sleeping in the last year) so my GP prescribed me with Zopiclone & Trazodone. It didn't work, and my anxiety went pretty bad. I finally pushed my GP to prescribe Remeron. After one week, I regained my sleeping cycle at 15mg. Little to no side effects for me except I feel a bit sleepy until 10 AM. Really mild antidepressant, far from SSRI's really bad side & withdrawal effects. Try it without fear."

• Ann
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 8, 2024

"I got this medication for my anxiety, depression, and sleep issues. I was previously on Zoloft, which gave me horrible side effects and at no dose helped my anxiety or depression. When I was put on mirtazapine, I had no side effects except a little more tired in the morning. I started with 15mg, and it helped with my depression and a little bit with anxiety. Then I was put on 30mg. At this dose, my depression got so much better. This medication was very life-changing for me. My anxiety also became way more manageable, and I could finally live a life without almost constant physical anxiety symptoms. This medication also helped me so much with sleep. I fall asleep faster, and I barely wake up at night."

• AnonA...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 16, 2014

Remeron (mirtazapine) "Probably the best antidepressant I've taken in terms of overall effect and side effects (minimal side effects). Also, I noted the improvement in days, vs weeks for SSRI/SNRI's. It's not like being hit by a dose of Ritalin but just was a general sense of wanting to get back in the game, feeling ok, but not 'locked in' - still have a good range of emotions."

• Anonyme
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 24, 2022

"I have been taking mirtazapine 30mg for now 3 years and it’s extremely beneficial for me. SSRI didn’t work well for me and/or gave me unacceptable side effects. Mirtazapine help me sleep well, calm my anxiety, make me more optimistic and positive…without any sexual side effects, weight gain and now. I’m not sleeping 18 hours a day or sleepy at all during the day. Health care professional myself, I can’t warn you enough about all the bad reviews. People who left bad reviews seem to forget that the medication is not the only factor to consider. They were not well before taking it so there is a lot happening outside the meds."

• Never...
• May 14, 2020

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I literally split a 15mg down to into 8ths because my body is so sensitive. Wow... I have been out of it for DAYS.. I cannot stop sleeping. Put me in a horrible weird state like I don't know what's going on or like I'm truly awake. Just feel 'out of it' .. Off of a sliver! I have read contradictory things about dosing. I would indeed say and agree with that the lower doses are VERY sedating. Very weirdly vivid (not nightmarish) dreams... I had a gene test done and this medication was on my "lower doses maybe be required" I can't even imagine what a high dose would do! This is completely staying on my 'NO!' list! Be careful of this medication because it is POWERFUL. I feel like I've just been high for days. Like I've just been smoking the most dank weed and I've just been stuck in this high. When I wake up I feel like I'm manic, like I just have a huge rush of anxiety. I wanted to try this because I am experiencing "heartburn" like chest pain that isn't acid related at all.."

• Xag
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 2, 2020

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I’m on my 8th day since I started taking half of a 30mg pill before I go to sleep everyday. It helps me have a very good night sleep, has enhanced my appetite and is helping me cope and deal with the hard situation I’m facing. I am satisfied with the results so far although I feel sleepy all day long."

• Kimi...
• February 17, 2013

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I have ADHD, OCD, and depression. The moment I took this medication, my intrusive thoughts from OCD went away. I am no longer depressed, even when life should be getting me down. Everything seems bearable. I just feel like things are okay; I can make it. I've never felt like this before, really. Most of the time I get overwhelmed with life, but I think this medication has pulled me out of the dark hole I was in before. It does make me very hungry and sleepy. I take it in the evenings. It's hard to get up in the morning, but coffee fixes that for me. I don't recommend this to someone who cannot control their eating habits and gains weight easily."

• Moh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2020

"This mirtazapine medicine is amazing they did greatly for my anxiety and depression, fuzzy brain. I was thinking that no medication is available in this world to cure my mental illness I had tried every ssri, snri and benzodiazepine but they did nothing for my disorder rather than gave me side effects"

• Anony...
• December 28, 2019

"Taking mirtazapine also for major panic disorder and PTSD, major depressive disorder for over a decade, have tried 6-7 different antidepressants. On the mirtazapine I am significantly happier, panic attacks decreased to 1 every month if not every other month, or every few months, and even when I'm on my cycle. Panic disorder and depression was incredibly debilitating, so I didn't sleep at all since. When I was put on this, I am able to sleep through peacefully every night fully through to each morning. I highly recommend taking this with a snack or food if you have a sensitive stomach as this may cause nausea. First few weeks, had a hard time waking up every morning, irritable for the first few months. I eat more on this medication, but its fine with me. This medication is not a cure-all, I still have my bad days here and there, but my good days override my bad ones. Have faith, stay on the medication for a bit. I wish you all the best, support and love if you are taking this and it is hard for you. You got this."

• Anonymous
• June 10, 2008

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I've been taking this for about a year. The sedative effects have decreased as time has passed. It gives me a huge appetite right before I go to sleep, but I can avoid it with some self-control. It also made me dizzy during the first week or two, but that has also disappeared. I have energy, focus, and humor again. It's an effective antidepressant."

• RC11234
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 20, 2013

Remeron (mirtazapine) "I had been taking Remeron for about 6 months. I am 23 years of age and have had sleep problems my whole life. For 6 months, my life was great. Everything seemed just perfect. 2 months ago, I decided to stop taking it cold turkey. BAD idea. Within the last month, the side effects began to kick in. Extreme anxiety, anger, sleeplessness, overall feeling of worthlessness came upon me. It was absolutely terrible! Today, my doctor put me back on the medicine and tonight I'll be taking it again. I am so excited to see what lies ahead. If you take Remeron, PLEASE do not quit taking it cold turkey on your own. Seek a doctor's advice."

• Mirta...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 6, 2019

Remeron (mirtazapine) "Prior to taking mirtazapine/Remeron I had been on most SSRI, SNRI type drugs. I had chronic depression, suicidal ideation and anxiety. Before taking Mirtazapine I was starting to think all these drugs were a joke or a big con. I also didn't realise how ill I was until I started Mirtazapine, it's been a revelation! The first month I went manic and had a few side effects, since then I've had the first three years of my life without any major episodes. My insomnia has basically disappeared and I sleep like clockwork 2 hours after taking 30 mg. I can't describe just how grateful I am it's not just changed my mood but also my whole frame of reference and outlook, it's something akin to changing the colour of a lens on a camera, where once everything looked dark now everything looks bright. Anxiety The one area where it's been a help but has not solved the problem is anxiety. My anxiety has improved but I'm still trying to find a med that targets panic attacks and anxiety disorder."

• Schot...
• April 8, 2016

Remeron (mirtazapine) "This medication is one of modern medicine's true miracles. I started taking it 7 months ago after a devastating benzo/opiate relapse, and I have suffered from MDD and insomnia for 19 years. During that time, I have literally tried everything - legal AND illegal. Thank God for this medicine. I did gain a ton of weight at first but consider it a small price to pay for high quality/quantity of sleep, energy, a positive mood, and an all-around 'good' feeling. Everyone reacts to medicine differently, don't give up. I am so thankful to have my sanity and my life back - all thanks to this medicine."