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If you experience symptoms of depression, your healthcare provider may prescribe Remeron® (mirtazapine). Although it is not entirely clear how Remeron works, it is thought that this medication works by affecting certain chemicals in the brain, including serotonin and norepinephrine. As with any drug, there are possible side effects with Remeron, including dizziness, drowsiness, and weight gain. Before starting Remeron, make sure your healthcare provider is aware of other existing medical conditions you have, as well as any other medications you are taking.
 
(To read the full eMedTV article on this drug, click Remeron. This article further discusses how Remeron works, general dosing guidelines, and what to tell your healthcare provider prior to taking the drug.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;