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Stopping Mirtazapine 30mg and starting Fluoxetine 20mg

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aila51692
aila51692

I was on mirtazapine for 1 year 30mg, saw phychatrist because I was /am suffering from severe Anxiety and I have Bipolar.

I was told to reduce my dose for 7 days to 15mg and then stop it and start fluoxetine.

I took my last tablet last Wednesday and Friday and Saturday woke up at 5am and last night I woke up at 1am..... I am also taking 7.5mg Zopiclone!

I also feel sick, anxious and depressed.

Has anybody gone through this experience?

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  • sarah24378
    sarah24378 aila51692

    Posted

    Not surprised tapering that fast.

    We have a support group for mirt withdrawals. Look for Toria Stockford on fb and she will add you.

  • Gretel
    Gretel aila51692

    Posted

    Yes Alia, its from d/c ing the mirt abruptly, in my opinion. May want to go back on 15mg and slowly taper down so you are more comfortable.
    • aila51692
      aila51692 Gretel

      Posted

      I was told by psychiatrist to do that as well. I’ve been crying all day dreading to go to sleep. Can I take mirtazapine and fluoxetine at the same time? X
    • Gretel
      Gretel aila51692

      Posted

      Alia, be careful when taking both. Rarely serotonin syndrome can occur. You may want to google it.
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