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Nassa Information

Nassa is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression.

The right dosage of Nassa depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Nassa are Dry Mouth, Headache, Weight gain. While these are the most often observed Nassa side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nassa are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Nassa's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nassa has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nassa related warnings section.

Nassa is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Suicidal Tendency, Kidney Disease, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nassa are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Nassa may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nassa is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Nassa Benefits & Uses
Nassa Dosage & How to Take
Nassa Side Effects
Nassa Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Nassa with Other Drugs
Nassa Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Nassa
Nassa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Nassa Benefits & Uses

Nassa is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Nassa Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initially given 15 mg, HS then titrate up to 45 mg HS
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initially given 15 mg, HS then titrate up to 45 mg HS

Nassa Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nassa is used -

Severe

Hallucinations
Chills

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Tremor

Mild

Drowsiness
Abnormal Dreams
Influenza like symptoms
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)

Common

Dry Mouth
Headache
Weight gain

Nassa Related Warnings

Is the use of Nassa safe for pregnant women?

Nassa may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Nassa again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Nassa safe during breastfeeding?

Nassa may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Nassa on the Kidneys?

Nassa has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nassa on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Nassa on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Nassa on the Heart?

Nassa is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nassa with Other Drugs

Nassa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Cimetidine

Phenytoin

Carbamazepine

Nassa Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nassa unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Bipolar Disorder
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nassa

Is this Nassa habit forming or addictive?

Nassa does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nassa as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nassa should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Nassa can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Nassa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nassa

Taking Nassa with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nassa

Taking Nassa with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Nassa

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Nassa cause hair loss?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nassa might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is an infrequent side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown. This effect is unharmful and reversible in nature. Generally, normal hair growth is restored after discontinuation of this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Nassa cause tinnitus?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Rarely, Nassa cause tinnitus (ringing in the ear). However, this effect is unharmful and temporary in nature and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Nassa a benzo?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Nassa is not a benzo (benzodiazepine). It contains mirtazapine which is an antidepressant drug used for the treatment of major depressive disorder.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Nassa with lorazepam?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Nassa with lorazepam only on your doctor's advice because taking these two drugs at the same time can result in an increased intensity of side effect such as sedation, dizziness, and difficulty in concentration.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Nassa?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Nassa is a brand name of mirtazapine and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as antidepressants. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of depression (major depressive disorder). It is used off-label for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and hot flashes.