Sleep in older adults, a MIRAGE?

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Summary: The MIRAGE Study on Mirtazapine for Chronic Insomnia in Older Adults

• 🔬 Study Type: Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial

• 👵 Patient Population: Adults aged 65+ with chronic insomnia

• 💊 Intervention: Mirtazapine vs. Placebo (28 days)

• 📈 Primary Outcome: Mean change in Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) score

• ✅ Key Finding: Mirtazapine was superior to placebo in reducing insomnia symptoms.

• ⚠️ Important Consideration: Mild but clinically relevant adverse events were noted.

  💡 Implication: Valuable insights for geriatric sleep management, emphasizing balanced decision-making on efficacy vs. side effects.

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