Mirtaj 15mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression. This medicine works by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain that help calm the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your depression.

Mirtaj 15mg Tablet is used to treat depression.

Uses of Mirtaj Tablet

Treatment of Depression

Benefits of Mirtaj Tablet

In Treatment of Depression

Mirtaj 15mg Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Mirtaj 15mg Tablet prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
It can take several weeks for Mirtaj 15mg Tablet to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Side effects of Mirtaj Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mirtaj

Sleepiness
Dryness in mouth
Increased appetite
Headache
Weight gain

How to use Mirtaj Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mirtaj 15mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Mirtaj 15mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mirtaj 15mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mirtaj 15mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
The baby should be monitored for behavioral side effects and adequate growth.

Driving

UNSAFE

Mirtaj 15mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Mirtaj 15mg Tablet can affect your concentration or alertness. This may impair your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Mirtaj 15mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mirtaj 15mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Mirtaj 15mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mirtaj 15mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Mirtaj Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Mirtaj 15mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Mirtaj 15mg Tablet starts to work more quickly than other antidepressants.
Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Mirtaj 15mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
If your doctor asks you to stop Mirtaj 15mg Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
Notify your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat or fever or stomatitis during treatment with Mirtaj 15mg Tablet.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Piperazinoazepine Tetracyclic

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressants (NASSAs)

Patient concerns

My wife is major depression disorder patient . Treating with nexito 2o mg &mirtaj 15 mg for last three yrs. Today she is blaming me i am sexually attracted to my 10 yrs kid.This is absurd. Can i save my family? How?

Dr. Mehtab Baig

Orthopaedic Physiotherapy

Sir first of all your wife's suffered from some mentaly depression , you consult any psychologist.One more thing keep some distance to your lovely kid when your wife is over there And show off their i feel alone without ( you) wife,, in case you go any where with your child, you can realise that you love your kid but infornt of your mom i feel like unknown

DEPRESSION SUFFERING FROM DEPRESSION

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.

Depression, anexity less sleep Chasing depression since last almost 9 years. But first depression episode was in 1998 immediately after recovering from maleria

Dr. Kirti Tandel

Psychiatry

Hello Mr. PATIENT is one of the most leading cause of morbidity worldwide. It is more prevalent than what it is thought to be. So I appreciate your fight against depression and may you stay healthy physically and mentally as well. Visit your psychiatrist regularly and have a good compliance with your medicines as well. Take care.

depression,tension,loneliness,fear

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

FAQs

Is Mirtaj 15mg Tablet addictive?

No, Mirtaj 15mg Tablet is not addictive. Patient should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Is Mirtaj 15mg Tablet safe?

Mirtaj 15mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor

Can I take Mirtaj 15mg Tablet forever?

No, patient should take Mirtaj 15mg Tablet for the given duration as advised by your doctor

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Mirtaj 15mg Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Mirtaj Tablet

Benefits of Mirtaj Tablet

In Treatment of Depression

Side effects of Mirtaj Tablet

Common side effects of Mirtaj

How to use Mirtaj Tablet

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Mirtaj Tablet?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

Is Mirtaj 15mg Tablet addictive?

Is Mirtaj 15mg Tablet safe?

Can I take Mirtaj 15mg Tablet forever?

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