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Needfast Information

Needfast, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Pain. The alternative uses of Needfast have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Needfast depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Needfast side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Needfast are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Needfast's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Needfast has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Needfast related warnings section.

Needfast is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Needfast are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Needfast have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Needfast is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Needfast Benefits & Uses

Needfast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Needfast Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Fever
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: Increase upto 200mg bid.
Geriatric
  • Disease: Fever
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: Increase upto 200mg bid.

Needfast Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Needfast safe for pregnant women?


    No research has not been done till date on the safety of Needfast for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Needfast safe during breastfeeding?


    Information about safety of Needfast for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Needfast on the Kidneys?


    Use of Needfast may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Needfast on the Liver?


    There may be severe side effects of Needfast on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Needfast on the Heart?


    Needfast may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Needfast with Other Drugs

Needfast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate



Needfast Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Needfast unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Needfast

  • Is this Needfast habit forming or addictive?


    Needfast is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Needfast does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Needfast is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Needfast for mental disorders.

    No

Needfast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Needfast


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Needfast together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Needfast


    Taking Needfast with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Needfast

Question about 5 years ago

Is Needfast safe to use?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Needfast is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as stomach pain, heartburn, pruritus.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Needfast?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Needfast should be taken orally twice in a day after a meal.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Needfast?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Needfast is a brand name of nimesulide. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It has been used primarily for short-lasting painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, sinusitis, and other ear-nose-throat disorders, dental surgery, bursitis (Inflammation of the fluid-filled sac in the joints), lower backache, dysmenorrhoea (painful menstruation), post-operative pain, osteoarthritis and for fever.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Needfast be used for toothache?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Ideally Needfast is not prescribed by a doctor for a toothache. However, in the absence of painkillers such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, naproxen etc, nimesulide can be taken to get instant relief from tooth pain. Generally, for treating toothache arising due to dental cavities and dental procedures ibuprofen along with antibiotics are recommended by dentists to reduce swelling and pain.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Needfast cause stomach upset?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 203-204

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