Mirtazapine — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Drug Class: Atypical Antidepressant
Noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressant (NaSSA) that also has sedating and appetite-stimulating effects.
Nutrients That Mirtazapine May Deplete
Long-term use of Mirtazapine is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Folate
- Vitamin B12
- Magnesium
Common Side Effects of Mirtazapine
- Sedation
- Weight gain
- Increased appetite
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Dizziness
Key Drug Interactions — Mirtazapine
Mirtazapine has 4 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- MAO inhibitors
- CNS depressants
- Alcohol
- Other antidepressants
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mirtazapine deplete nutrients?
Yes. Mirtazapine has been associated with depletion of Folate, Vitamin B12, Magnesium based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Mirtazapine deplete?
Mirtazapine is associated with lower levels of: Folate, Vitamin B12, Magnesium. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Mirtazapine?
Common side effects associated with Mirtazapine include: Sedation; Weight gain; Increased appetite; Dry mouth; Constipation.