What is california rocket fuel?

California Rocket Fuel is a unique combination of two different antidepressant medications, typically mirtazapine and venlafaxine. This combination is popular among psychiatric professionals due to its effectiveness in treating severe, treatment-resistant depression.

Mirtazapine is commonly used as an antidepressant due to its ability to increase the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain. Venlafaxine, on the other hand, is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that also increases the levels of these neurotransmitters in the brain.

The two medications work together synergistically to give a powerful antidepressant effect. Mirtazapine helps with sleep, appetite and mood, while venlafaxine helps with anxiety and overall mood.

The name "California Rocket Fuel" was coined due to the high potency of this medication combination and the rapid improvement in a patient's mood, and productivity. However, it is not without its side effects, including weight gain, dizziness, headache, nausea, and dry mouth, among others. Therefore, it is only recommended for patients with severe cases of depression that have not responded to other treatments. Patients taking California Rocket Fuel should be closely monitored by a psychiatrist.