Side Effects:

Common Fatigue, Dizziness, Sleepiness, Unsteadiness, Uncoordinated body movements, Numbed emotions, Impaired concentration.

Expert advice for Nitavan Tablet
If you are taking Nitavan for the treatment of insomnia and anxiety, it should not be used more than 4 weeks. It may become less effective over the time. It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Nitavan, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. The addiction / habit-forming potential of Nitavan is very high.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Nitavan a benzodiazepine?
Nitavan is a sedative-hypnotic drug which belongs to the benzodiazepine group of medicines.

Q. What does Nitavan treat?
Nitavan is indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness).

Q. How does Nitavan works?
Nitavan belongs to a group of sedative-hypnotic medicines known as benzodiazepines. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Q. Does Nitavan work?
Nitavan works in patients with insomnia (inability to sleep) in a dose and for a duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Nitavan help with anxiety?
Nitavan is not indicated for the treatment of anxiety. Please consult your doctor for the proper diagnosis and treatment of anxiety.

Q. Is Nitavan a controlled drug?
Nitavan is not a controlled drug. However, it is a prescription drug which is available only when prescribed by a doctor.

Q. Is Nitavan stronger than alprazolam?
Alprazolam is more potent when compared to Nitavan with an equivalent milligram. There are differences in their pharmacokinetic properties as well. However, the preference of drug will vary depending on the indication.

Q. Is Nitavan stronger than temazepam?
Nitavan is more potent when compared to temazepam with an equivalent milligram. there are differences in their pharmacokinetic properties as well. However, the preference of drug will vary depending on the indication.

Q. Is Nitavan stronger than diazepam?
Nitavan is relatively more potent when compared to diazepam with an equivalent milligram and there are differences in their pharmacokinetic properties as well. However, the preference of drug will vary depending on the indication.

Q. Is Nitavan dangerous?
Nitavan is a benzodiazepine drug used in the treatment of insomnia. It is a prescription drug and is safe to use in the dose, frequency, and duration as per the doctor's advice.

Q. Is Nitavan stronger than zopiclone?
Nitavan is a benzodiazepine whereas zopiclone is a nonbenzodiazepine sedative-hypnotic. Though they act on the same receptor, there are differences in their mechanism of action, so, vary in their pharmacological effects.

Q. Is Nitavan a narcotic?
Nitavan is not a narcotic substance. However, it is a prescription drug which should only be taken as per the doctor's advice.

Q. Can I take Nitavan with an amitriptyline?
Co-administration of Nitavan with amitriptyline may produce central nervous system depressant effect. Consult your doctor before taking the two drugs together.

Q. Can you take Nitavan with diazepam?
Nitavan with taken with diazepam may produce central nervous system depressant effect. Talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can you take Nitavan with paracetamol?
Nitavan is not known to have any clinically significant interaction with paracetamol. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can you take Nitavan with mirtazapine?
Co-administration of Nitavan with antidepressant drugs like mirtazapine may produce central nervous system depressant effect. Consult your doctor before taking the two drugs together.

Q. Does Nitavan get you high?
Nitavan use has been associated with paradoxical reactions like depressive effects, irritability, delusions, and hallucinations. If you experience any such symptom while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Nitavan cause weight gain?
Nitavan is not reported to cause weight gain. However, if you experience any change in weight while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Nitavan help you sleep?
Yes, Nitavan, when administered can produce sleep and is indicated for the treatment of insomnia (inability to sleep).

Q. Does Nitavan cause constipation?
Nitavan is not reported to cause constipation. However, if you experience any such symptom while using the Nitavan, please consult your doctor.

Q. Does Nitavan cause memory loss?
Nitavan can rarely cause memory loss (amnesia), especially if the dose exceeds therapeutic levels. If you experience any such problem while using the drug, consult your doctor.