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ally82748
ally82748

Hi. Just after a bit of advice. I have been on 15mg of mirtazapine for about 3 months. Unfortunately I have gained a stone during this time, plus I’ve now been told I have high cholesterol. I haven’t changed any eating habits and I am a regular gym goer. My gp has recommended I aim to come of this medication by the spring. I have started to tapered to 7.5mg and will reduce to 3.75 in the next couple of weeks. Do you think I will continue to gain weight at 3.75? Thanks  

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  • Kc2325
    Kc2325 ally82748

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    Generally, Mirt is more sedative at lower doses so you might gain more weight. Don’t think about it too much. My 30 pounds came off within 2 months of getting off. 

    And watch you WD symptoms as you taper.  If it becomes unbearable, slow the taper town by using liquid mirt. You can get it compounded in the US and other countries offer it. I did a 5% taper ever two weeks or so. 

    • ally82748
      ally82748 Kc2325

      Posted

      That’s great! Good to hear that weight has come off! Fingerscrossed it will

      Happen naturally over time! 

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