Hi, Just looking for some reassurance/support. I was on mirtazapine for about 6months. I went up to 45mg and decided to taper down as I felt they were making me worse and the weight gain was nasty. I felt fab tapering down and generally, its been better than I anticipated however, I'm approaching the 3rd week off of mirtazapine and have started to feel a bit anxious the last few days. I've read withdrawal peaks around the 3/4week mark, so I'm trying to stay positive that it will pass.
Hello Rachael,
I was on Mirtazapine for over 2 years, 30mg.
I have been off the medicine since almost three months now, and still suffer some withdrawal issues.
Anxiety is a major one.
As you were on the medicine for 'only' 6 months, i suppose your withdrawal will not last that long, and you will feel better soon.
try not to pay too much attention to the anxiety, and rest and sleep well if possible.
I also take some Omega 3 supplements.
good luck!
Hi Rachael
What was your final dose, the last dose you took before stopping completely? Did you do it like Kathryn did, dropping a day a week etc?
Hi
Interesting to read your reply to Rachael, Did you taper, and what was your method please?
Thanks in advance
Jo
Was on mirt at 15mg for 3/4 months, tapered off by going 7.5 for 2 weeks, 3.5 for ten days. 18 days off it now, and fine. I mean we are some of us, put on mirt for anxiety, so when coming off it, can't always attribute the withdrawal to the mirt, it could be of course, but to be fair, most of us on this sort of thing coz we are anxious and suffer from anxiety! That's just the way we are
I tapered to 30mg from 45mg for 2 weeks, then to 22.5mg for a week, then 15mg, then 7.5mg and then nothing.
I had hardly any symptoms until about 4/5days in when I got a bad cold. I have had no trouble sleeping though which is reassuring as my anxiety was a result of insomnia.
Yes some of my anxiety is to do with lack of sleep, which I still have, but hey, worse people off than me. If sleep was an issue but isn't now as much, then that is a big plus for you, and yes I got a cold as well, but it is only a cold, and it will soon pass
Hi Rachael,
sometimes people struggle stopping at 7.5mg so it could be withdrawals, but also something else I learned along my journey coming off Mirtazapine, is that if you get a cold or virus whilst coming off the drug, it will speed up with withdrawal process. So this could be happening to you too. I hope it doesn't last too long, keep posting and keeping us updated. Good luck x
I forgot to add that it's great that your sleep is ok, I too went onto Mirtazapine for sleep as my anxiety was as a result of insomnia too. X
Thanks 
I haven't got the cold anymore, just feeling sick in the mornings and experiencing some anxiety again. It does seem mad that I ended up like this from lack of sleep last October. I'm back at work now and really that's helped me the most after being stuck at home with a 3year old everyday constantly... Just need this last bit to disappear so I can truly enjoy every bit of life again.
I've been on Mirtazapine for 2 months and have started weaning myself off because it stopped working and now have chronic insomnia. My doctor has tried putting me on other drugs to taper me off but i get all kinds of nasty side effects from them as well. I'm on 22.5 mg, can i just stop it at this amount? I'm also on supplements to help with anxiety and sleep, just not working yet. Any suggestions or help you can give is appreciated.
I wouldn't stop it at 22 if you google CITA they have a chart for tapering Infact you can call and email them. They are the experts on withdrawal from anti depressants and tranquilizers. I would call them ( or write) let them know your circumstances and then follow their lead. You may not have a bad time of it going off but play the cautious side, can't hurt. I took a multi vitamin, b12, fish oil and also try your best to eat healthy. Benadryl helped me, for sleep,and for itches. If you have any nausea, ask your doctor for an anti nausea .....don't go the pepto route unless it's minor. Keep some ant acids n hand as well. I had no headaches but might want to carry an advil or two. Good luck ...!
I agree about the anxiety and the insomnia, I would almost expect that to come back. I didnt however have vomiting diarrhea panic attacks three urinary infections with in four weeks internal trembling night sweats and being extremely cold when the when it was warm in the room. Some people get withdrawls some get some and some get none. If it was just my anxiety and insomnia back...I'd be ok with it, but if you get severe withdrawals from mirt, your gonna be sick for three months and it ain't pretty. That's not even the full list ...muscle and joint pain...hmmm..yeah right...never had a problem with that, cause that's not the way I am. I was spared the migraines ...not sure how or why.
do stay positive and if you continue to have problems Google CITA, they can help you with WD symptoms. Good luck !!! You can call in UK or email.....
Rach have you followed DonDon3 journey of coming off Mirtazapine. Here just one of her threads https://patient.info/forums/discuss/am-i-normal--360000?page=0#1012891. Dondon3 is coming off Mirt herself and here challenges and updates do make for an interesting read and you may be able to guide each other thru
When I google CITA nothing comes up so what is that spelled out and how can i call them?
What is their phone number? I googled CITA but nothing came up, so what is that spelled out and do you have their phone number please?
Hi
You might not find Cita on Google anymore as they are closing the charity after 28yrs! They don't get any funding so have decided to close on 31st March! It's really sad as they have been my support in coming off Mirtazapine too!
Good luck x
I am on day 18, and it has been mostly hell. This is my second attempt, and I feel awful. Physical, emotional, and any other way. I too hope that 3 to 4 weeks will take us around the corner. I was on 45 for about 8 years.
I kept tapering to 7.5, and when I stopped, within three days I was in pure misery. That was 18 days ago, and I am still suffering. Abdominal pain, cramps, bloating, insomnia, anxiety, stress, weak, nausea, dry mouth, and others. This is my second attempt, and I am determined to stay off this horrible mess. I now understand why those who abuse drugs sometimes have to admit themselves to special hospitals to detox. The emotional support alone is worth it. My advice to anyone getting off this stuff, or any of the others, if possible, find you a buddy as support that will be there for you 24/7 until you are over the hump, and do it before you start. I hope that this will help someone. David