Mirtazapine — brands & medicines in Pakistan
Pakistan mein Mirtazapine ke 1 brands available hain. Drug class: Antidepressant (NaSSA — Noradrenergic and Specific Serotonergic Antidepressant). Neeche se koi bhi brand select karein aur uses, dosage, side effects aur price dekhein.
Quick Answer
Mirtazapine is a antidepressant (nassa — noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressant) used in Pakistan for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD — bari depression), Anxiety with depression, Insomnia associated with depression. Available as 1 brand. Prescription required. Always confirm dose with a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Mirtazapine?
Mirtazapine is a antidepressant (nassa — noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressant) used in Pakistan for a range of medical conditions. Doctors and pharmacists in Pakistan recognize Mirtazapine under multiple brand names — currently 1 listed on PakVita (1 tablet). The information below is a synthesis from DRAP-registered medicine entries, BNF, and WHO Essential Medicines references.
Common indications
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD — bari depression)
- Anxiety with depression
- Insomnia associated with depression
- Nausea/vomiting — off-label, low dose, specialist use only
Indication and dose vary by medical condition, age, weight, and other factors. Always confirm with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Typical dosage
As prescribed — do not self-adjust or discontinue suddenly
This is a general adult guidance pattern based on the manufacturer's label for one of the Mirtazapine brands listed below. Children, elderly patients, pregnant women, and people with kidney or liver impairment usually need different dosing — confirm with your doctor.
Side effects
Common (usually mild)
- Drowsiness / sedation (often therapeutically useful for insomnia)
- Increased appetite and weight gain
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Constipation
Serious — stop and see a doctor
- Suicidal ideation — especially at the start of treatment
- Severe allergic reaction / Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
- Agranulocytosis / bone marrow suppression
- Serotonin syndrome (if combined with other serotonergic drugs — muscle tightening, agitation, fever)
Important warnings
- Do not take without a doctor — this is an Rx medicine
- Suicidal ideation — especially in the first weeks of treatment and in patients under 25 — see a doctor immediately
- Never take with MAO inhibitors — this combination can be life-threatening
- Do not stop or reduce dose yourself — only taper under doctor's guidance
- Avoid alcohol — sedative effect is significantly increased
- Agranulocytosis — rare but serious — contact your doctor immediately for fever or sore throat
Drug class
SSRIs and AntidepressantsConditions treated
Mirtazapine brands in Pakistan (1)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mirtazapine used for in Pakistan?
Mirtazapine is commonly used for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD — bari depression), Anxiety with depression, Insomnia associated with depression, Nausea/vomiting — off-label, low dose, specialist use only. It belongs to the antidepressant (nassa — noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressant) drug class.
What is the typical dosage of Mirtazapine?
Typical adult dosing is described by manufacturers as: "As prescribed — do not self-adjust or discontinue suddenly". Always confirm dose, duration, and timing with a qualified doctor or pharmacist — dose depends on indication, weight, age, kidney/liver function, and other medications.
What are the common side effects of Mirtazapine?
Common side effects include Drowsiness / sedation (often therapeutically useful for insomnia), Increased appetite and weight gain, Dry mouth, Dizziness, Constipation. Most are mild and resolve as the body adjusts. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if side effects are severe, persistent, or include allergic symptoms (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).
When should I stop Mirtazapine and see a doctor?
Stop Mirtazapine and seek urgent medical care if you experience: Suicidal ideation — especially at the start of treatment; Severe allergic reaction / Stevens-Johnson Syndrome; Agranulocytosis / bone marrow suppression; Serotonin syndrome (if combined with other serotonergic drugs — muscle tightening, agitation, fever). These are serious signs that need immediate attention.
Is Mirtazapine available without a prescription in Pakistan?
Prescription required.
What brands of Mirtazapine are available in Pakistan?
1 brand of Mirtazapine is listed on PakVita: 1 tablet. Browse the brand list below and click any name for prices, dosage, and full information.
Sources
- DRAP Registered Drug Products Database — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
- British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press
- WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. — World Health Organization