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What are the benefits of increasing from 15 mg to 30 mg of Mirtazapine

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2020
2020

I am due to increase my dose from 15 mg to 30 mg this week, what are the benefits from this increase can anybody help me please.  I am feeling slightly better just now and again I feel shaky and tired around mid afternoon.  Still suffering from panic when I have to leave the house I have been agoraphobic for a few weeks now and when leaving the house I go into panic mode.  My GP gave me diazapam but they have all gone now and he won’t prescribe more because of the addiction.  Replies greatly appreciated. 

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  • Pudsey67
    Pudsey67 2020

    Posted

    30 mg is more stimulating. 15 mg is more for sleep.
    • 2020
      2020 Pudsey67

      Posted

      Thank you I’m just worried about increased side effects given the time of the year don’t want to make myself I’ll by the increased dose. Had 6 weeks 50mg on sertraline which made me so ill with the sickness and vomiting.
    • Pudsey67
      Pudsey67 2020

      Posted

      Yes this medication doesn't agree with me at all does nothing to help me sleep either. I swapped off amitryptyline straight on to it not a good move by the doctor. To many side affects so sooner I try get off it the better.

  • barbara63681
    barbara63681 2020

    Posted

    Hi I am taking 15mg Mirt for 18 days and like you feeling slightly better I am due to see my GP for review next week when I will have had it for 4 weeks.

    I don’t think it HAS to be increased if you think that the dose you’re on is effective. I shall wait and see how I feel when I see my GP and what she advises.

    Yes I also feel tired and shaky and a bit ‘strange’ mid afternoon. My anxiety has improved but still kicks in at times.This is tough isn’t it? I hope you have some good support.

  • richard1977
    richard1977 2020

    Posted

    Hi,

    I'm having to up mine to 30mg having terrible anxiety and not sleeping. I'm anxious all day the the moment. Taking 30 for the first time tonight. Is 30 still quite sedating and what is the best time to really take it. I thought all was well on 15, 7 months and my anx was back in full force!! Could not sleep took Zopiclone last 2 nights but my anx was hurrendous on a morning past 2 days. Any advice??

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