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Can I eat this with Mirtazapine?
Alcohol adds to drowsiness from mirtazapine. Food does not affect how the medicine is absorbed.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 32 foods and drinks for Mirtazapine (32 to avoid, 0 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Mirtazapine with food?
- You can take mirtazapine with or without food.
- Can I drink alcohol with Mirtazapine?
- No, avoid it. Avoid alcohol as it increases the risk of side effects like drowsiness.
- Can I eat st john’s wort with Mirtazapine?
- No, avoid it. Do not use St John's wort when taking mirtazapine.
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1 · What do you take?
Alcohol adds to drowsiness from mirtazapine. Food does not affect how the medicine is absorbed.
You can eat and drink normally when taking mirtazapine. Avoid alcohol as it can increase the risk of side effects, such as making you feel very drowsy. Do not use St John's wort with mirtazapine.
Read our full Mirtazapine guide →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take mirtazapine with or without food.
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Foods to avoid with Mirtazapine· 32
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This checker summarises published guidance (NHS medicine pages, patient information leaflets and drug labels) for general information only. It is not medical advice, it is not exhaustive, and it cannot account for your dose, kidney function, other medicines, or health conditions. Always follow your prescriber, pharmacist, or the patient information leaflet — especially before changing what you eat or drink. See our editorial policy.
Further reading on Mirtazapine
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NHS website
Mirtazapine
NHS information about the medicine mirtazapine, including what it's used for, who can take it, how to take it and side effects.
US FDA drug label
US FDA drug label: Mirtazapine
The official US prescribing information for Mirtazapine, including how food, drink and other medicines affect it.
Food groups that matter with Mirtazapine
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