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Nimulid Tablet

Nimesulide (100mg)

by Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd

strip of 15 tablets

About this medicine

Nimulid Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions including joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, postoperative painful condition, fever, and period pain. Nimulid Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective. Some common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you're using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine. Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Nimulid Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age.

Uses

Treatment of Fever
Pain relief

Benefits

In treatment of Fever

Nimulid Tablet is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.

How it works

Nimulid Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

How to use

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. Nimulid Tablet is to be taken with food.

Common side effects

Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Increased liver enzymes

Safety advice

AlcoholUNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nimulid Tablet.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Nimulid Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Nimulid Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether Nimulid Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneyCAUTION: Nimulid Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nimulid Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Nimulid Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
LiverUNSAFE: Nimulid Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Nimulid Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n

Quick facts

Chemical Class: Diphenylethers Derivative
Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: Pain analgesics

Frequently asked questions

Is Nimulid Tablet an antibiotic?

Nimulid Tablet is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.

Can I take Nimulid Tablet with paracetamol?

Nimulid Tablet and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.

Does Nimulid Tablet contain aspirin?

Nimulid Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.

Is Nimulid Tablet safe?

Nimulid Tablet is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Can I take Nimulid Tablet for headache?

Nimulid Tablet can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.

Does Nimulid Tablet make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?

Nimulid Tablet does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Nimulid Tablet can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).

Does Nimulid Tablet contain sulphur?

No, Nimulid Tablet does not contain sulphur.

What does Nimulid Tablet treat or used for?

Nimulid Tablet is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.

Can I take Nimulid Tablet with ibuprofen?

Nimulid Tablet can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Can I take Nimulid Tablet with aspirin?

Nimulid Tablet can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Is Nimulid Tablet safe?

Yes, Nimulid Tablet is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Is Nimulid Tablet banned?

No, Nimulid Tablet is not banned in India.

Is Nimulid Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

It is not known if Nimulid Tablet is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Nimulid Tablet are not to be used during breastfeeding.

Is Nimulid Tablet safe in pregnancy?

No, Nimulid Tablet is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Nimulid Tablet in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.

Is Nimulid Tablet safe in asthma?

Nimulid Tablet is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.

Is Nimulid Tablet an antibiotic?

Can I take Nimulid Tablet with paracetamol?

Does Nimulid Tablet contain aspirin?

Nimulid Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.

Is Nimulid Tablet safe?

Nimulid Tablet is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Can I take Nimulid Tablet for headache?

Nimulid Tablet can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.

Does Nimulid Tablet make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?

Nimulid Tablet does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Nimulid Tablet can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).

Does Nimulid Tablet contain sulphur?

No, Nimulid Tablet does not contain sulphur.

What does Nimulid Tablet treat or used for?

Nimulid Tablet is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.

Can I take Nimulid Tablet with ibuprofen?

Can I take Nimulid Tablet with aspirin?

Is Nimulid Tablet banned?

No, Nimulid Tablet is not banned in India. However, as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Nimulid Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age

Is Nimulid Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

It is not known if Nimulid Tablet is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Nimulid Tablet are not to be used during breastfeeding.

Is Nimulid Tablet safe in pregnancy?

Is Nimulid Tablet safe in asthma?

Product details

Manufacturer: Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd
Salt composition: Nimesulide (100mg)
Pack: strip of 15 tablets
Dosage form: Tablet
Storage: Store below 30°C

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