Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet

Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression. This medicine works by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain that help calm the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your depression.

Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, increased appetite, and headaches. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause weight gain; therefore, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly. Moreover, it is important to inform your doctor if you develop a sore throat or fever after taking this medicine.

• Treatment of Depression

Treatment of Depression
Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
It can take several weeks for Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nasdep

• Sleepiness
• Dryness in mouth
• Increased appetite
• Headache
• Weight gain

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet is an antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.

• Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet starts to work more quickly than other antidepressants.
• Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
• Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
• If your doctor asks you to stop Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat or fever or stomatitis during treatment with Mirstar 7.5mg Tablet.

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