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Nimegesic 50 MG Drops

Manufactured byAlembic Ltd.
ContainsNimesulide
Description
Nimegesic 50 MG Drops is a painkiller that contains Nimesulide. It is used to treat acute pain associated with osteoarthritis (pain on movement due to wearing of the protective covering at the ends of the bones) and menstruation. It is also used to treat mild to moderate pain caused due to sprains and strains of joints and muscles. Nimegesic 50 MG Drops works by decreasing the intensity of pain signals to your brain and preventing 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. Nimegesic 50 MG Drops has some side effects like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, loss of appetite, skin rash and diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Nimegesic 50 MG Drops may cause dizziness. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine. Do not consume alcohol while using this medicine as it may worsen drowsiness. Nimegesic 50 MG Drops is to be taken after food or milk to avoid an upset stomach. Your dose will be dependent on your condition. For the ease of remembering, try taking this medicine at the same time every day. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting with your doctor as your symptoms may reoccur. Nimegesic 50 MG Drops is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. It is not recommended for use if you have liver and kidney problems as it can worsen your condition. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Nimegesic 50 MG Drops

Nobel 50 MG Drops
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nimegesic 50 MG Drops

  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Dizziness
  • Skin rash
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain

Uses of Nimegesic 50 MG Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Acute Pain
  • Primary Dysmenorrhea (Painful menstruation cycle)
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken by Nimegesic 50 MG Drops to show its effect is within 15 minutes of intake.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration of action for Nimegesic 50 MG Drops is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while treatment with Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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 Nimegesic 50 MG Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Nimegesic 50 MG Drops is not recommended for use in pregnancy especially during 1st trimester, as it has been reported to cause birth defects in the newborn baby. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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

Avoid taking Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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

Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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

Nimegesic 50 MG Drops may affect your kidneys when you use them for a prolonged period. A long term use with higher doses of some painkillers may affect normal kidney function. Nimegesic 50 MG Drops is not recommended if you have severe kidney problems because it can further damage your kidneys.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Nimegesic 50 MG Drops is not recommended for use in pregnancy especially during 1st trimester, as it has been reported to cause birth defects in the newborn baby. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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 Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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 disease

Long-term use of Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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

Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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

Nimegesic 50 MG Drops is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not available.

Driving and operating heavy machines

Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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 Nimegesic 50 MG Drops as soon as possible. If it is time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek medical emergency in case of Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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 Nimegesic 50 MG Drops due to the risk of stomach bleeding, drowsiness, and lack of concentration.
Interaction with Medicine

Methotrexate

Warfarin

Furosemide

Lithium

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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 Nimegesic 50 MG Drops.

Kidney Disease

The higher doses of some painkillers may harm normal kidney function. Hence maintain caution while taking Nimegesic 50 MG Drops if you have any kidney problems.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Nimegesic 50 MG Drops as advised by your doctor. Drink plenty of water with it to avoid stomach irritation. Shake the bottle well before use. Use a dose-measuring spoon or cup to measure the syrup. Be careful while standing up from a sitting or lying position, as this medicine can make you feel dizzy. Keep Nimegesic 50 MG Drops 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 few doses of Nimegesic 50 MG Drops.
Miscelleneous

To be taken after food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Nimegesic 50 MG Drops works by various mechanisms of action which collectively reduce the pain signalling processes. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger prostaglandin in your body that is responsible for redness, swelling, pain and fever.
Legal Status

Approved

Banned

Banned

Banned

Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 10 Nov 2021

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