Nassa 30mg Tablets
Nassa 30 MG Description
Nassa tablet is a prescription medication used to treat major depressive disorder. Depression is a mood disorder characterised by a feeling of sadness, loss of interest, mood swings, hopelessness and
loneliness. Nassa tablet contains Mirtazapine as the active ingredient. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that regulates the chemical messenger called Serotonin and norepinephrine. These chemical messengers are responsible for balancing mood and behaviour. Mirtazapine is also known as noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressant (NaSSA). Nassa tablet should be taken as per the doctor’s prescription. It should not be taken without consulting a doctor as there are many side effects associated with this medicine. These include drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, diarrhoea or constipation, increased appetite, and weight gain. Sudden discontinuation of Nassa tablet may cause clinical worsening of your condition or result in withdrawal symptoms.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹113.52 |
You Save | ₹15.48 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Mirtazapine(30.0 Mg) |
Uses | Major Depressive disorder |
Side effects | Drowsiness, Nausea, Vomiting, Dry mouth, Diarrhoea or Constipation, Increased Appetite, Weight gain |
Therapy | ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses of Nassa 30 MG
- As per CDSCO and USFDA, the Nassa tablet is used for the following:
- Treatment of major depressive disorder
Contraindications of Nassa 30 MG
- Nassa tablet is contraindicated in the following cases:
- If you are allergic to a component of the Nassa tablet, i.e. Mirtazapine
- If you are already taking antidepressants like monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection
- If you have recurrent suicidal thoughts or ideation
- If you have acute angle glaucoma (increases the fluid pressure in the eyes)
- If you recently had a heart attack
- If you have a history of seizure disorder and are currently under treatment for it
- If you have liver and kidney disease
- If you are pregnant
- If you are a breastfeeding mother
Side effects of Nassa 30 MG
- Nassa tablet has the following side effects:
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dry mouth
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Increased appetite
- Weight gain
Precautions and Warnings of Nassa 30 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any allergic reactions after taking the Nassa tablet.
- You notice any sudden self-harming thoughts or suicidal ideation.
- You have low blood pressure.
- You are going to have surgery.
- You experience any severe side effects persistently.
- You are pregnant or planning a pregnancy during the course of treatment.
- You are using any ayurvedic medicines, vitamins, and other health supplements.
Mode of Action of Nassa 30 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Nassa 30 MG
- Take a Nassa tablet as prescribed by the doctor.
- Take a Nassa tablet with or without food or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Take a Nassa tablet before bedtime as it can make you feel sleepy.
- Take a Nassa tablet on a regular schedule, preferably at the same time every day, to maintain its constant level in the body.
- Consume the whole tablet orally with a glass of water. Do not break the tablet.
- Do not take a Nassa tablet with other medications without consulting your doctor.
- Do not stop taking Nassa tablet abruptly, as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms.
- Do not exceed the dosage of Nassa tablet on your own, even if you cannot feel its effects.
Interactions of Nassa 30 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Concomitant use of Nassa tablets with other Central Nervous System depressants and opioids is strictly contraindicated. It may cause respiratory depression, coma, and death.
- Nassa tablets should not be used concomitantly or within two weeks of using Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) like Isocarboxazid, Linezolid, Methylene blue, Selegiline, Rasagiline, etc. It is potentially life-threatening and contraindicated....
- Nassa tablet interacts with other antidepressant-like sertraline, fluoxetine, paroxetine; pain killers such as morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, hydrocodone, tramadol, codeine, and sleeping pills, etc. can increase drowsiness and fatigue....
- Nassa tablet can interact with Seizure medications: phenytoin, and carbamazepine and can lead to severe side effects.
- Nassa tablet interaction with Herbal products like St John’s wort can lead to life-threatening side effects.
Interactions with food items
- Avoid consuming tyramine-rich foods such as cheese, milk, meat, chocolate, chicken liver, grapefruit juice, etc., while taking a Nassa tablet.
Storage and disposal of Nassa 30 MG
Dosage of Nassa 30 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Zishan Ahmad
MBBS, MD
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Will I be addicted to the Nassa tablet?
Q: How much time does the Nassa tablet take to show its desired effect?
Q: Can I discontinue taking the Nassa tablet on my own after improvement in my depressive symptoms?
References
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