Nimesulide is generally used in treatment of fever and pain relief It should not be used in children below 12 years of age.
Side effects
Diarrhoea
Increased liver enzymes
Nausea
Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Nimesulide, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Nimesulide is to be taken with food.
How it works
Nimesulide is a belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It blocks the release of chemical messengers that cause inflamation & pain (redness & swelling) thereby making the condition better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Nimesulide an antibiotic? Nimesulide which is not an antibiotic is used to help in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions and comes under the group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug).
Q. Can I take Nimesulide with paracetamol? Taking Nimesulide and paracetamol together is not advisable as it may raise the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Nimesulide and paracetamol belong to the same group of medicines called as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). So, consult the doctor before taking them together.
Q. Does Nimesulide contain aspirin? Nimesulide does not contain aspirin. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug).
Q. Is Nimesulide safe? Yes, Nimesulide is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
Q. Can I take Nimesulide for headache? Nimesulide can be used for a headache only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Does Nimesulide make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)? No, Nimesulide does not make you drowsy (feeling sleepy) at prescribed doses. But, an overdose of Nimesulide can make you feel drowsy.
Q. Does Nimesulide contain sulphur? Nimesulide does not contain sulphur.
Q. What does Nimesulide treat or used for? Nimesulide is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
Q. Can I take Nimesulide with ibuprofen? Nimesulide can be used with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, Intake of ibuprofen along with Nimesulide may cause excessive the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding.so it should be taken only under the advice of the doctor.<br>
Q. Can I take Nimesulide with aspirin? No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. But Intake of aspirin along with Nimesulide does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Hence so it should be taken only under the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Nimesulide safe? Yes, Nimesulide is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
Q. Is Nimesulide banned? Nimesulide is not banned in India.
Q. Is Nimesulide safe during breastfeeding? Any medication containing Nimesulide is not
used during breastfeeding as it is not known
if Nimesulide is secreted in milk.
Q. Is Nimesulide safe in pregnancy? No, There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Nimesulide in the late stage of pregnancy. Hence It is not safe to be taken in pregnancy particularly in the last three months.
Ask your doctor before using any medicine during pregnancy.
Q. Is Nimesulide safe in asthma? Nimesulide is safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. But, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.
Expert Advice
Nimesulide is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever.Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Nimesulide as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
Product Details
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