Remeron (Mirtazapine)

Yes, you can get a prescription for Remeron (or its generic, mirtazapine) online after a video consultation with a licensed psychiatry provider, if the provider decides that medication is an appropriate treatment for you. Simply sign up for Talkspace Psychiatry then you’ll be matched with a psychiatry provider licensed in your state. You’ll be able to schedule a video appointment with your provider usually within two weeks, often sooner. At your video appointment your psychiatry provider will ask questions about your symptoms and health history, and you can share your questions about medication and anything else. If your provider writes you a prescription for Remeron (mirtazapine) they will send it to a local pharmacy of your choice and you will pick up and pay for the medication at the pharmacy. You will have follow-up appointments with your provider every three months for ongoing medication management, to make sure Remeron is working for you and address any mental health needs.

No. Remeron (and its generic form, mirtazapine) is a prescription medication, so you cannot purchase it over-the-counter. You will need to have Remeron (mirtazapine) prescribed to you by a licensed provider who is able to prescribe medications, like a doctor or nurse practitioner. You can get a prescription for Remeron online through Talkspace after a video consultation with a licensed psychiatry provider, if the provider decides that Remeron is an appropriate treatment for you. 

Common side effects of Remeron and its generic form, mirtazapine, are often mild, but can include drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, anxiousness, dry mouth, weight gain, and more. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience adverse effects like suicidal ideation, eye pain, chest pain, sore throat and flu-like symptoms, seizures, and fast heartbeat. Remeron may potentially cause low blood pressure, which can make pre-existing heart problems worse. Remeron should be taken exactly as instructed by your healthcare provider.

Yes, you can get a Remeron (mirtazapine) prescription or refill from Talkspace, after a video consultation with one of our licensed psychiatry providers (assuming the provider determines that it is an appropriate treatment for you). Simply sign up for Talkspace Psychiatry then you’ll be matched with a psychiatry provider licensed in your state. At your video appointment your psychiatry provider will ask questions about your symptoms and health history. If you are already taking Remeron (mirtazapine) and simply want to continue with a renewal of your prescription or refill, your Talkspace provider can continue your prescription if they determine it is medically appropriate. You will have follow-up appointments with your provider every three months for ongoing medication management, to make sure Remeron is working for you and address any mental health needs.

Talkspace is in-network with most major health insurance plans, which means that when you have a video appointment with a Talkspace psychiatric provider to receive a Remeron (mirtazapine) prescription or refill, Talkspace will bill your insurance plan directly for your online prescription appointment and you will only have to pay a copay (typically around $15, though many covered members pay $0). You will pay for the medication itself when you pick it up from a pharmacy of your choice, and you can have the pharmacy bill your insurance plan for the medication.

The price you pay for Remeron (mirtazapine) will depend on whether or not you’re paying with insurance and what your insurance copay is. The prices of prescription medications sometimes vary a lot by pharmacy, so to get the best price for Remeron you might want to look at websites like GoodRx and CostPlusDrugs. You should also contact your insurance company to find out the most affordable way to get your prescription for Remeron. Some insurance companies charge less when you fill your prescriptions through their mail-order pharmacies.

Mirtazapine is not the same as Xanax. While both can be used to treat anxiety, they belong to different drug classes — Mirtazapine is an antidepressant and primarily used to treat depression, whereas Xanax is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepine (benzos).

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Remeron (and its generic form, mirtazapine) is typically taken orally in tablet form. The form, dosage, and frequency will depend on your mental health condition and the treatment plan prescribed by your healthcare provider.

Remeron is not considered a sleeping pill as it’s not FDA-approved to treat sleep disorders like insomnia. However, it can cause drowsiness and may help some people sleep better.

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Remeron is in a class of drugs called tetracyclic antidepressants, used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. It’s an antidepressant that helps balance the brain chemicals known as neurotransmitters, improving mood and reducing anxiety. Remeron is also sometimes used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or anxiety disorders.

Remeron has a potential risk to cause issues for people with Bipolar Disorder or a history of mania/hypermania, so your healthcare provider will ask for a detailed history before prescribing it.

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There are several different medications your psychiatrist may prescribe for depression.

Other medications for depression prescribed at Talkspace include:

• • Lexapro (Escitalopram)
  • Prozac (Fluoxetine)
  • Celexa (Citalopram)
  • Zoloft (Sertraline)
  • Trazodone (Desyrel)

Remeron, which goes by the generic name mirtazapine, is prescribed to treat major depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It works by enhancing the activity of noradrenaline and serotonin in the brain.