Zaso Information

Zaso is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Insomnia.

The correct dosage of Zaso depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zaso can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Zaso are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zaso is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zaso related warnings talks about Zaso's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Zaso is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Zaso have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Zaso may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zaso is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Zaso Benefits & Uses

Zaso is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Insomnia

Zaso 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: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given at bedtime
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given at bedtime

Zaso Related Warnings

Is the use of Zaso safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Zaso safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Zaso. Immediately discontinue Zaso if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zaso on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Zaso on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zaso on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Zaso on the Heart?

Zaso is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zaso with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Phenytoin

Carbamazepine

Codeine

Zaso Contraindications

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

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Asthma
Depression
Angioedema
Liver Disease
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Zaso

Is this Zaso habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Zaso. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Zaso can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Zaso only on doctor's advice.

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

Yes, Zaso is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Zaso Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zaso

You can take Zaso with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zaso

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zaso as it can have severe side effects.

Severe