"i&#039;ve been taking this medication for approximately 3 years now.  for all who are upset with the weight gain and sleepiness, it doesn&#039;t last forever.  i think i gained about 10-15 lbs in my first few months, but i&#039;ve managed to lose it all.  now i am only sleepy right after i take it (at bedtime) and i wake up feeling rested without the hangover.  it&#039;s definitely levelled off my depression, and i feel normal.  if you can get past the first few weeks, this medication is a life saver.  i truly forgot that this medication even has side effects, since i&#039;ve been on it so long.  also, i tried the ssri/snri route first.  on zoloft, i would&#039;ve made a great cast member for the walking dead.  i&#039;ve never felt more like a zombie. remeron is the best!"