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I've been off Mirtzapine for 2 weeks but still suffering from side effects. How long will this last

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bluemax44
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I've been on Mirtzapine for around 6-7 years, most recently at 45mg. I have to say, I haven't felt depressed however I was feeling exhausted nearly all the time on the pills so decided to come off them. I have been sleeping fine and my lifestyle is relatively healthy however I am still suffering from a high level of fatigue. Is this likely to be Mirtzapine still in my system? If so how long can will take to clear. Thanks for any help.

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  • sarah24378
    sarah24378 bluemax44

    Posted

    how did you stop ?

    • bluemax44
      bluemax44 sarah24378

      Posted

      I just stopped taking them. I know you're supposed to transition off them but I really can't live with the side effects any more.

  • donnathesmurf1
    donnathesmurf1 bluemax44

    Edited

    it took me three weeks and it was sheer hell, the night sweats, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea hot and cold, feeling like i had bugs crawling under my skin, bitter metallic taste in my mouth, nightmares, insomnia, weakness, lack of energy and my appetite was through the roof!

    • donnathesmurf1
      donnathesmurf1 sarah24378

      Edited

      i tried weaning but then in my infinite wisdom i decided one day screw this I'm going cold turkey! not a good idea it probably why i suffered even more for it! i wont ever go against my doctors advice again that's for darn sure!

    • bluemax44
      bluemax44 donnathesmurf1

      Posted

      Thanks for the reply. Thankfully, I don't have it that bad just the constant fatigue. How long were you on Mirtazapine for?

  • doitaloupe
    doitaloupe bluemax44

    Edited

    I'm on week 7 and i still deal with some withdrawal effects, hopefully it doesn't last as long for you, keep your head up! 😃

    • bluemax44
      bluemax44 doitaloupe

      Edited

      How long were you on for and what side effects did you have?

    • doitaloupe
      doitaloupe bluemax44

      Edited

      I was on for about maybe a year or two, some of the more apparent side effects were nausea (also had no appetite), headache, anxiety and insomnia, I still get the headaches but the insomnia isn't as bad as it was initially I wake up at least once or twice during the night though, my depression has gone into a little bit of a frenzy so it is difficult to stay motivated during tough times but I manage to for, also I've been taking cbd oil, it helps with the sleeping issues a bit

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