Remeron is a prescription medication that is approved to help treat depression. This eMedTV article explains how the medication works, highlights some of its potential side effects, and offers tips on when and how to take the medication.
Some of the more common side effects of Remeron include drowsiness, dizziness, and weakness. This eMedTV segment also highlights some of the problems that you should report to your doctor, as well as rare side effects associated with the drug.
This portion of the eMedTV archives explores Remeron and weight gain, explaining that clinical studies have shown that it is a common side effect of the medication. This article also outlines some suggestions for controlling weight gain.
As this eMedTV page explains, clinical studies have shown that there are potential sexual side effects of Remeron, such as changes in sex drive and erectile dysfunction. This page also explains what to do if you these sexual side effects occur.
This portion of the eMedTV archives explains that of the side effects seen with Remeron, dry mouth is one of the most common. This article also outlines some suggestions on how to improve symptoms of a dry mouth, such as sipping water during meals.
Remeron can cause high blood pressure in at least 1 percent of people taking the medicine. This eMedTV resource explores Remeron and high blood pressure in more detail, and explains what to do if you develop the condition while taking it.
This portion of the eMedTV library takes an in-depth look at Remeron uses for depression in adults. This page also describes how the drug works to increase the levels of certain chemicals in the brain and also describes off-label uses.
This eMedTV segment explains that the starting Remeron dosage when treating depression is 15 mg, taken once daily at bedtime. Your physician may increase this dose up to a maximum of 45 mg per day. This page also offers tips for taking the drug.
This eMedTV resource examines some potential Remeron drug interactions with other drugs, such as alcohol, MAOIs, or benzodiazepines. This page also describes the potentially negative -- even life-threatening -- effects these interactions can cause.
This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at several Remeron warnings and precautions, such as an increased risk of low blood pressure and the possibility of a decrease in white blood cells. This page also lists those who should not take the drug.
Remeron may pass through your breast milk to your nursing infant. This eMedTV article explains the research that has been conducted on Remeron and breastfeeding, and describes what to do if you are prescribed the drug and plan to breastfeed.
This eMedTV article outlines some of the potential symptoms of a Remeron overdose, such as disorientation, drowsiness, or a rapid heart rate. This resource also describes treatments options for an overdose, such as IV fluids and supportive care.
Remeron may increase the risk of suicidal behavior in children and teenagers. This eMedTV segment discusses Remeron and suicide risks in more detail and outlines some of the potential signs of suicidal behavior that you should report to your doctor.
This eMedTV page provides a detailed discussion on generic Remeron, including the available strengths and forms. This page also explains that its "AB" rating from the FDA means that the generic form is considered equivalent to the brand-name version.
Because Remeron and alcohol affect similar brain chemicals, mixing the two may increase depression symptoms. This eMedTV resource offers precautions for drinking alcohol with Remeron and explains how physicians define moderate drinking.
If Remeron is causing side effects or is not working as well as intended, other options are available. This eMedTV article describes several Remeron alternatives, such as other antidepressants, behavioral therapy, and electroconvulsive therapy.
Although Remeron is approved to treat depression, it may also be useful in treating fibromyalgia. This eMedTV article discusses the results of one study involving Remeron for fibromyalgia treatment and explains why more research needs to be done.
Some studies have shown that using Remeron for sleep apnea treatment can be effective. This eMedTV page explains that although the drug is not approved for this use, studies involving rats and humans have shown that it can help relieve symptoms.
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