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Description
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is a painkiller that contains Nimesulide. It provides relief from fever and mild to moderate pain due to menstrual cramps (pain during menstruation) and osteoarthritis (pain on movement due to wearing of the protective covering at the ends of the bones).
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER decreases the intensity of pain signals to your brain and also prevents the release of substances called prostaglandins (compounds in your body made of fats that have a chemical messenger like effects) in your brain that cause pain and fever.
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, loss of appetite, and diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist. Avoid driving vehicles and operating machines after taking this medicine as it can cause dizziness.
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER should be taken with food to avoid stomach irritation. For the ease of remembering, take it at around the same time every day. Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER relieves pain and swelling due to arthritic conditions but does not cure it. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms may reoccur.
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Use it cautiously if you have liver and/or kidney problems. It should not be used for a prolonged period due to the risk of severe liver damage. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER
Acid or sour stomach
Stomach pain
Dizziness
Skin rash
Nausea and vomiting
Nervousness
Diarrhoea
Uses of Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER
What is it prescribed for?
Acute Pain
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER provides relief from acute pain due to osteoarthritis. It is a type of arthritis that occurs when cartilage (protective tissue) breaks down, so joint bones begin to rub against one another; causing pain and stiffness.
Primary Dysmenorrhea (Painful menstruation cycle)
Primary dysmenorrhea is the pain in your lower abdomen that occurs during the menstrual cycle. Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is used as an over the counter medicine to reduce menstrual pain.
Fever
A fever is a temporary increase in your body temperature, often due to an illness. Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER provides temporary relief from fever without treating the underlying cause.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time taken for Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER to show its action is not clinically known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration of action for Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while treatment with Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER due to the risk of stomach bleeding, drowsiness, and lack of concentration.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is not recommended for use in pregnancy especially during 1st trimester, as it has been reported to cause birth defects in the newborn. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding. An alternate medicine may be preferred having similar medicinal effects. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
Do not take Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER if you are allergic to it. If you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling (anywhere on your body), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., seek medical attention immediately.
Liver Disease
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER gets broken down and absorbed in the liver. Therefore, if you take large amounts of this medicine can damage your liver. The use of this medicine is not recommended if you have severe liver problems because it can further damage your liver.
Severe kidney impairment
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER may affect your kidneys when you use it for a prolonged period. A long term use with higher doses of some painkillers may affect normal kidney function. Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is not recommended if you have severe kidney problems because it can further damage your kidneys.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is not recommended for use in pregnancy especially during 1st trimester, as it has been reported to cause birth defects in the newborn. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding. An alternate medicine may be preferred having similar medicinal effects. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Gastro-intestinal bleeding
Long term use of Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER can cause damage to your stomach and intestine. Serious conditions like bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestinal wall can occur. Any symptom indicating ulceration and bleeding like indigestion, the appearance of coffee coloured dry blood in stools or vomiting of blood should be reported to your doctor immediately.
Heart diseases
Long-term use of Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER may increase the risk of a heart attack if you have pre-existing heart problems. It is not used for treating pain after coronary artery bypass surgery (a surgical procedure used to treat certain heart problems).
Use in elderly
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER should be used with caution in the elderly due to an increase in the risk of undesired side effects. Close monitoring of kidney, liver and heart function and also symptoms of bleeding is necessary while receiving this medicine.
Use in children
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not available.
Driving or operating machinery
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not perform any activity such as driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER as soon as possible. If it is already time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek medical emergency in case of an Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while treatment with Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER due to the risk of stomach bleeding, drowsiness, and lack of concentration.
Interaction with Medicine
Methotrexate
Warfarin
Furosemide
Lithium
Disease interactions
Liver Disease
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER should be used with caution if you have liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Your doctor may advise you to undergo a liver function test (LFT) while on treatment with Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER.
Kidney Disease
The higher doses of some painkillers may harm normal kidney function. Hence maintain caution while taking Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER if you have any kidney problems.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER as advised by your doctor. Drink plenty of water with it to avoid stomach irritation. Do not break, crush or chew the tablet.
Be careful while standing up from a sitting or lying position, as this medicine can make you feel dizzy.
Keep Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date. Do not share your medicine with other people if their symptoms appear to be the same as yours.
Inform your doctor if you notice any undesirable effects or if your symptoms are not improving after taking a few doses of Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Nimulid 200 MG Tablet ER decreases the severity of pain signals to your brain. It also stops the release of chemicals called prostaglandins, that increase pain, and body temperature. Thus, this medicine provides relief from your aches and fever and makes you feel better.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents
Schedule
Schedule H
European Medicines Agency. 2021. Nimesulide - European Medicines Agency. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 9 February 2021].
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Nimesulide. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 9 February 2021].
Bfarm.de. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 9 February 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 10 Nov 2021
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