This medication description is not meant for treatment prescription without the intervention of a specialist.

Common Uses

Remeron is applied for treating depression. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

How to Take

Adults - 15 mg once a day, preferably in the evening just before you go to sleep. Your doctor may increase the dose if necessary. However, the dose usually is not more than 45 mg a day. Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Warning and Precautions

Before taking Remeron, tell your doctor if you have bipolar disorder, liver or kidney disease, seizures, heart disease, a history of heart attack or stroke, or a history of drug abuse or suicidal thoughts.

Remeron is in the pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether Remeron will harm an unborn baby. Do not take Remeron without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Remeron passes into breast milk. Do not take Remeron without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this medication.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible if you remember it the same day. However, if you don't remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Overdose

Overdose symptoms may include confusion, memory problems, drowsiness, and fast heart rate. Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Storage

Store Remeron at room temperature. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.

Possible Side Effects

Serious side effects: fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms, white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips.

Less serious side effects include: drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, nausea, stomach pain, constipation, increased appetite, weight gain.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: skin rash or hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

More Information

The information given above is a summary. Your pharmacist can provide more information about Remeron. Do not share this medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use this medicine for other health conditions. If using this medicine for an extended period of time, obtain refills before your supply runs out.