Taking Mirtazapine Half Tablet is not recommended for abrupt discontinuation.
Mirtazapine is mainly used to treat acute episodes of depression, and if the depressive symptoms are largely under control, Mirtazapine can be gradually reduced. Generally, it can be reduced by half, then gradually reduced to one-third and one-quarter, and then gradually stopped so as to avoid rebound.
Stopping the medication is a gradual process, not a fixed way, but also need to be judged according to individual circumstances. If the drug is stopped abruptly, it may lead to withdrawal reactions, for example, the patient may experience panic, chest tightness, emotional instability and irritation for a short period of time.
Adverse reactions include drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, sedation, dry mouth, weight gain, and increased appetite. It is contraindicated in persons who are hypersensitive to the product and the ingredients contained in it. Co-administration with monoamine oxidase inhibitors is prohibited. It is not suitable for pregnant and lactating women, children under 18 years of age.
Mirtazapine is an antidepressant drug, there are more side effects and contraindications, patients should be under the guidance of the doctor reasonable use of medication, do not use drugs privately, so as not to cause adverse consequences.