Posted by Shawn. T. on July 19, 2002, at 19:59:10
In reply to Re: venlafaxine vs. mirtazapine » swingsnroundabouts, posted by Dinah on July 19, 2002, at 19:47:10
Mirtazapine (Remeron) blocks serotonin 5-HT2a and 5-HT2c receptors, which are the ones implicated in mania. It is excellent for bipolar disorder IMHO. It's definitely a better drug that venlafaxine (Effexor).
Shawn
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