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Nifen Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Nifen Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Nifen Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Nifen Tablet include Heartburn, Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Nifen Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Nifen Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Nifen Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Nifen Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nifen Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Nifen Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Nifen Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Nifen Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Nifen Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nifen Tablet is used -
Common
Is the use of Nifen Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Nifen can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Nifen, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nifen Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Nifen. If you see any side effects, stop taking Nifen immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Nifen again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nifen Tablet on the Kidneys?
Nifen may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Nifen Tablet on the Liver?
Nifen may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nifen Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Nifen. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Nifen Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nifen Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nifen Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Nifen Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Nifen Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Nifen Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nifen Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nifen Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Nifen Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nifen Tablet
Information about the interaction of Nifen Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Nifen 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.
Ideally Nifen 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.
Nifen is primarily not used to treat the common cold and sore throat. It can only relieve cold-related symptoms such as a fever, headache, earache, and aching joints. It doesn't help in relieving cough or stuffy nose.
Discontinuation of Nifen on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Nifen is a painkiller, not an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat the short-lasting painful inflammatory conditions such as 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 fever.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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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