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Is remeron (mirtazapine) used for generalised anxiety disorder. thanks?

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Not quite: Mirtazepine is a very useful antidepressant that is also helpful for insomnia, especially secondary to a depressive disorder. Sometimes, some doctros prescribe it to enhance the deep (restful) phase of sleep. However it is not known for its effcacy to relief anxiety, except as secondary to a clinical depression. Depending clinical presentation, Alprazolam or Paroxetine are more suited for anxiety

Answered 5/5/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Remeron & GAD: I tend to see it used the most in patients with insomnia. It can cause significant drowsiness so I don't see it used very often as an antidepressant.

Answered 5/7/2017

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Which is better for anxiety, Remeron or Lexapro (escitalopram). Thanks?

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