Comparing Mirtazapine vs Vistaril
Mirtazapine |
Vistarilhydroxyzine |
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Mirtazapine may be used in the treatment of depression; however, its use may be limited by its prominent sedative effects. Prescribed for Major Depressive Disorder, Depression. May also be prescribed... more |
Vistaril may be used to relieve anxiety or itching. Drowsiness may occur, especially on dosage initiation, which may affect a person's ability to drive or operate machinery. Prescribed for Anxiety,... more |
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & ReviewsRecent helpful reviews |
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7.1
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5.8
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Drug Class |
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Side Effects |
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Commonly reported side effects include: severe sedation, constipation, drowsiness, increased serum cholesterol, weight gain, fatigue, insomnia, increased appetite, xerostomia, and decreased appetite. See the full mirtazapine side effects document. |
See the full Vistaril side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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Generic Availability |
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Yes (this medicine) |
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Dosage Form(s) Available |
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Brand Names |
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Remeron, Remeron SolTab |
N/A |
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Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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40 hours |
7 hours |
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CSA Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category N
Not classified
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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FDA Alerts |
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N/A |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 1052 drugs are known to interact with mirtazapine:
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A total of 1004 drugs are known to interact with Vistaril:
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Disease Interactions |
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First Approval Date |
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June 14, 1996 |
June 03, 1959 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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N/A |
N/A |
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More Information |
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Consumer Resources |
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Professional Resources |
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Related Treatment Guide |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
For Depression Did anyone else get pain in the right side from this? Liver/hip area? I've been convinced I got some serious illness. As for the drug itself I wish I could keep taking it, my goodness how nice not to worry yourself to death all day long.