Posted by Jill on March 3, 2001, at 19:32:03
In reply to Re: General Remeron Questions-Should I start This?, posted by allisonm on March 3, 2001, at 18:47:37
> I would consider taking Remeron for longer than one dose. The initial sedation is very common, but wears off. That is why my pdoc recommended starting it on a weekend. I think I slept most of the weekend.
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> I would suggest talking with your pdoc about discontinuing before you do it.Yes, I've taken Remeron successfully for over 3 1/2 years. My first night was tough, though. I made the mistake of having two drinks with dinner that evening. Well,I passed out the next morning. My doctor said "Jill, you can't do that!!!"(Needless to say, I don't advise drinking while depressed or on Remeron!). However, that was only the first day, and things got progressively better. Also, my pdoc increased the dosage from 15 to 30 to 45mg over just a couple of weeks, which really cut down on the drowsiness. Anyway,I agree that you need to give it some time AND talk to your doctor. This drug has helped me so much. My life is so much fuller and happier now that I'm not depressed or overwhelmed by OCD.
Good luck!
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