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Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule

Manufactured byCipla Ltd.
ContainsNimesulide
Description
Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule is a painkiller that contains Nimesulide. It provides relief from fever and mild to moderate pain. It 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. Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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. Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule should be taken with food to avoid stomach irritation. For the ease of remembering, take it at around the same time every day. Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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. Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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 prolonged periods 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 Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule

Zenim 100 MG Capsule
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule

  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Stomach pain
  • Dizziness
  • Skin rash
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nervousness
  • Diarrhoea

Uses of Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Fever
  • Acute Pain
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule provides relief from pain and fever within 15 minutes of intake.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration of action for Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while treatment with Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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 Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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?
    Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding. An alternate medicine may be preferred having similar therapeutic effects. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Do not take Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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

Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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

Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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. Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule is not recommended if you have severe kidney problems because it can further damage your kidneys.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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

Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding. An alternate medicine may be preferred having similar therapeutic effects. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Gastro-intestinal bleeding

Long term use of Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule can cause damage to the 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 chronic 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 Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule may increase the risk of a heart attack if you have pre-existing heart problems or heart failure. It is not used for treating pain after coronary artery bypass surgery (a surgical procedure used to treat certain heart problems).

Use in elderly population

Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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

Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not available.

Driving or operating machines

Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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 Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule as soon as possible. If it is already time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose with Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule.
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 Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule due to the risk of stomach bleeding, drowsiness, and lack of concentration.
Interaction with Medicine

Methotrexate

Warfarin

Furosemide

Lithium

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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 Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule.

Kidney Disease

The higher doses of some painkillers may harm normal kidney function. Hence maintain caution while taking Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule if you have any kidney problems.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule as advised by your doctor. Drink plenty of water with it to avoid stomach irritation. Do not break, crush or chew the capsule. Be careful while standing up from a sitting or lying position, as this medicine can make you feel dizzy. Keep Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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 Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Nicip Sofgels 100 MG Capsule 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

Approved

Banned

Banned

Banned

Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents

Schedule

Schedule H

European Medicines Agency. 2021. Nimesulide - European Medicines Agency. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 9 February 2021].

http://www.ema.europa.eu/ema/index.jsp?curl=pages/medicines/human/referrals/Nimesulide/human_referral_000275.jsp&mid=WC0b01ac0580024e9a>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Nimesulide. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 9 February 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/4495>
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