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I have been taking remeron (mirtazapine) for 2 weeks, 15mg.. how can i stop? can i go cold turkey?

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15 mg: Is a relatively low dose. While it should be ok to stop, you should always consult with your prescribing physician first.

Answered 1/9/2021

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