Nassa 30mg Tablets
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Mirtazapine(30.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Major Depressive disorder |
| Therapy | Anti-depressant |
| Side effects | Drowsiness, Nausea, Vomiting, Dry mouth, Diarrhoea or Constipation, Increased Appetite, Weight gain |
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Medical 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.
Uses
- As per CDSCO and USFDA, the Nassa tablet is used for the following:
- Treatment of major depressive disorder
Contraindications
- 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
- Nassa tablet has the following side effects:
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dry mouth
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Increased appetite
- Weight gain
Precautions and Warnings
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Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- 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.
Directions for Use
- 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.
Storage and disposal
Store Nassa tablet in its original packing in a cool, dry location. Make sure that this medicine is out of reach of children and pet animals.
Do not flush Nassa tablets down the toilet or throw them away via household waste. Dispose of your medicine is through a medication take-back programme. Talk to your pharmacist or contact your local garbage/recycling department to learn about take-back programmes in your region.
Dosage
Overdose
Nassa tablet overdose symptoms may include fainting, somnolence, impairment of motor functions, dizziness, poor coordination, muscle weakness, loss of balance, low blood pressure (hypotension), shallow breathing (hypoventilation) and coma. If you experience these overdose symptoms, seek emergency medical treatment from the nearby hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed a dose of Nassa tablet, it is advised to take it as soon as possible. If the duration missed is too long, and it is almost time for the next dose, it is recommended to skip the missed dose and go back to the regular schedule. Do not take both doses together as it may lead to overdose side effects. Talk to your doctor If you need more information.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Nassa tablet contains Mirtazapine-30 mg as the active ingredient. Mirtazapine belongs to the tetracyclic antidepressants (TeCA) class of medicine. It works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers like serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain. Increased level of these chemicals helps regulate mood swings and behaviour and manage symptoms of depression.
Interactions
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.
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Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Nassa 30 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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