Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. M Zap 15 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How M Zap Tablet works

M Zap 15 mg Tablet is an antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.

In Depth Information on M Zap Tablet

Expert advice for M Zap Tablet

M Zap 15 mg Tablet starts to work more quickly than other antidepressants.
Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the M Zap 15 mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
If your doctor asks you to stop M Zap 15 mg Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
Notify your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat or fever or stomatitis during treatment with M Zap 15 mg Tablet.

M Zap Tablet related warnings

Special precautions for M Zap Tablet

Alcohol

CAUTION

M Zap 15 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

M Zap 15 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

CAUTION

M Zap 15 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
The baby should be monitored for behavioral side effects and adequate growth.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
M Zap 15 mg Tablet can affect your concentration or alertness. This may impair your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

M Zap 15 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of M Zap 15 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

M Zap 15 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of M Zap 15 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Patient Concerns

Frequently asked questions about M Zap Tablet

Frequently asked questions about Mirtazapine

Q. Is M zap an SSRI/ MAOI/opiate/ narcotic/ benzo/tricyclic antidepressant?

M zap is a tetracyclic antidepressant. It is not SSRI/ MAOI/opiate/narcotic

Q. Is M zap addictive?

No, M zap is not addictive. Patient should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Is M zap safe?

M zap is safe if used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Can I take M zap forever?

No, patient should take M zap for the given duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Can I take mirtazapine for sleep with citalopram?

No, Patient should not take mirtazapine with citalopram because it may cause serious side effects. Always consult your doctor regarding its use

Q. Can you take M zap for sleep?

M zap is specifically used to treat major depressive disorder. Patient should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take mirtazapine with sertraline/ citalopram/ fluoxetine/ antibiotics/ zopiclone/ amitryptline/ tramadol/ diazepam/ ambien/ Xanax?

Taking other medicines may alter the effects of mirtazapine. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

Q. Does M zap cause weight gain/memory loss/ insomnia/ make you eat more/ make you constipated?

M zap may cause these side effects. However, consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms

Q. Does M zap treat anxiety/lower seizure threshold?

M zap may be used to treat anxiety but not to lower the seizure threshold. Care should be taken in patients with seizures

Q. Does M zap contain benzodiazepine?

No, it does not contain benzodiazepine.