Remeron
Mirtazapine 7.5mg, 15mg and 30mg tablets, used in the management of major depressive disorder. A NaSSA that antagonises alpha-2 receptors.
- Category
- Antidepressants
- Active ingredient
- Mirtazapine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 7.5 · 15 · 30mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Remeron on your behalf.
- Condition
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Alternative names
- Zispin
- Therapeutic class
- Tetracyclic Antidepressant
- Pharmacological class
- Noradrenergic and Specific Serotonergic Antidepressant (NaSSA)
- Known off-label uses
- generalised anxiety disorder; insomnia
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to mirtazapine; concurrent use of MAO inhibitors
- Minor side effects
- drowsiness; increased appetite; weight gain; dry mouth
- Moderate side effects
- dizziness; oedema
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Organon
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 6–12 months
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C in the original packaging.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol; Benzodiazepines; MAO inhibitors
- Age restrictions
- Caution in elderly patients.
Precautions and warnings
may impair ability to drive or operate machinery; monitor for worsening depression or suicidal ideation
Serious side effects
agranulocytosis, requires immediate medical attention; seizures, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Mirtazapine 7.5mg, 15mg and 30mg tablets, used in the management of major depressive disorder. A NaSSA that antagonises alpha-2 receptors.
Mechanism of action
Mirtazapine enhances central noradrenergic and serotonergic activity by antagonizing alpha-2-adrenergic receptors and serotonin 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 receptors. This mechanism leads to an increased release of norepinephrine and serotonin.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Discuss with your physician.
Remeron is an established treatment for Major Depressive Disorder containing the active ingredient mirtazapine. The same compound is also sold under other trade names including Zispin. The medication is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 7.5mg, 15mg, and 30mg.
Buying Remeron online
Generic mirtazapine, often produced in India, offers an alternative option for patients throughout Asia. For expats residing far from a medical clinic, this access is beneficial. As with all treatments for mental health, it is best used under the guidance of a medical professional.
Will I receive the original Remeron?
No. Remeron is the originator brand name, made by Organon, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (mirtazapine) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How much does Remeron cost?
Remeron comes in 7.5, 15 and 30mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What other names is Remeron sold under?
Other brands of mirtazapine include Zispin.
What conditions is Remeron used for?
Remeron contains mirtazapine, used for major depressive disorder. Mirtazapine enhances central noradrenergic and serotonergic activity by antagonising alpha-2-adrenergic receptors and serotonin 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 receptors.
How quickly does Remeron work?
Mirtazapine usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What are the side effects of Remeron?
The common side effects of mirtazapine are drowsiness, increased appetite, weight gain and dry mouth. Less common ones include dizziness and oedema. Serious but less common side effects include agranulocytosis and seizures, which need urgent medical attention.
Can I drink alcohol with Remeron?
Alcohol can interact with mirtazapine, so check with a doctor or pharmacist before you drink while taking Remeron. It can also interact with benzodiazepines and MAO inhibitors.
Do I need a prescription to buy Remeron in Thailand?
No. In Thailand mirtazapine is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Remeron delivered in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Remeron is the originator brand name, made by Organon. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Organon and do not ship the original Remeron.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Mirtazapine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.