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Is remeron (mirtazapine) good for me to take for insomnia along with mild depression and anxiety? i don't have many options that are non narcotic.

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Remeron (mirtazapine): Remeron, trazodone or seroquel (quetiapine) are viable options, to be reviewed with your doctor.

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Answered 7/27/2013

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Dr. Shariq Refai answered

Follow: Yes Remeron (mirtazapine) covers all of the things you mentioned so it is a good option but please follow your doctors recommendations.

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Answered 6/30/2014

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A member asked:

Is remeron (mirtazapine) good for me to take for insomnia along with mild depression and anxiety? i don't have many options that are non narcotic.

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Alan Ali answered

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Shariq Refai answered

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

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