Posted by jboud24 on October 14, 2004, at 19:23:06
In reply to Remeron and heart palps?, posted by cherylann on October 14, 2004, at 9:35:37
This is probably a phenomenon known as orthostatic hypotension. This is caused by a blockade of the alpha-1 adrenergic receptor, which is a target that Remeron binds too after it finds its way too the alpha-2 receptors which mediate its proposed anti-depressant effect. Blockade of alpha-1 receptor causes a decrease in blood pressure which in turn causes the heart to beat harder and quicker to get more blood through the body. Do you find that this happens alot when you stand up or lay down alot? I too take 30mgs Remeron (at night of course) and also find I get this occassionally. It will not hurt you, but you should report it to your doctor next time you see him/her.
I hope this helps you,
Justin
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