Posted by jd on February 12, 2000, at 14:51:20
In reply to Remeron Treatment, posted by Bruce Pehrson on February 12, 2000, at 12:04:01
Bruce,
While some people feel a benefit from Remeron rather quickly (within the first days to two weeks), it is not uncommon to need to wait at least 4 to 6 weeks to judge whether it's kicking in. This is true of most ADs, and full effects can often take 8 to 12 weeks or more.
Remeron is thought to have a good track record in mixed depression/anxiety, so I'd try to stick it out a while--You may well end up being pleasantly surprised. If it ends up not working out--and if you've already tried the obvious alternatives such as Buspar or SSRIs--there's still likely to be some novel meds out there that will work better.best,
jd> I have been taking 30 mg of Remeron for 2 1/2 weeks
> and am noticing little benefit. While I feel slightly
> more motivated, I still feel depressed, have anxiety
> (which is my main problem, followed by depression), and
> have skipped heart beats throughtout the day. I know
> that I am a bit commplex, as I have had a generalized
> anxiety disorder for a little more than ten years, and
> most of the medications that I have taken (except Xanex
> ) have failed to work! It has been very exacerbating!!
> Now I am wondering how and when Remeron works? My
> doctor felt that Remeron worked for depression "and"
> anxiety... has anyone noticed this drug benefiting both?
> Does anyone have any comments about "how long?" it takes
> to work and at what point in time the maximum benefit
> is reached? Would sure appreciate some comments!
> Bruce.... e-mail is: blackice@bibbs.com
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