Menelat 30

Menelat 30

mirtazapine

Manufacturer:

Torrent

Distributor:

Torrent
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Mirtazapine
Indications/Uses
Dosage/Direction for Use
Initially 15-30 mg in the evening. Maintenance: 15-45 mg/day.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Special Precautions
Epilepsy & cardiac disorders eg, conduction disturbances, angina pectoris & recent MI; hypotension, DM, psychoses & history of bipolar disorder. Discontinue treatment if fever, sore throat, stomatitis, other signs of infection & jaundice develops. Perform blood count. Micturition disturbances, angle-closure glaucoma & increased IOP. Potential risk of w/drawal & suicidal tendencies. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Renal or hepatic impairment. Elderly.
Adverse Reactions
Increased appetite & wt gain; drowsiness or sedation; jaundice; hyponatremia particularly in elderly. Extrapyramidal effects, serotonin syndrome.
Drug Interactions
MAOIs eg, phenelzine. May potentiate sedative effects w/ alcohol or benzodiazepines.
MIMS Class
Antidepressants
ATC Classification
N06AX11 - mirtazapine ; Belongs to the class of other antidepressants.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Menelat 30 FC tab 30 mg
Packing/Price
30's (P2,268/pack)
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