Nimeter A is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Suspension. Other than this, Nimeter A has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Nimeter A depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Nimeter A include Heartburn, Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nimeter A can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nimeter A 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.
In addition, Nimeter A's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Nimeter A related warnings talks about Nimeter A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Nimeter A is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.
Drug reaction of Nimeter A with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nimeter A is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Nimeter A 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
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Is the use of Nimeter A safe for pregnant women?
Nimeter A may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Nimeter A again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nimeter A safe during breastfeeding?
Nimeter A may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Nimeter A, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Nimeter A.
What is the effect of Nimeter A on the Kidneys?
Effects of Nimeter A on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nimeter A on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Nimeter A. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Nimeter A on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Nimeter A. 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.
Nimeter A 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 Nimeter A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nimeter A habit forming or addictive?
Nimeter A does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Nimeter A you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Nimeter A only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Nimeter A for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nimeter A
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Nimeter A and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nimeter A
Information about the interaction of Nimeter A and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Nimeter A does not cause drowsiness because prescribed Nimeter A has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of Nimeter A may lead to lethargy, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, gastrointestinal bleeding. Hypertension, acute renal failure, coma, and respiratory depression may occur but are rare.
No, Nimeter A does not cause weight gain because of medication increase in cellular metabolism occur in skeletal muscles (voluntary muscle), due to uncoupling of oxidative phosphorylation (loss of coupling between respiration and ATP (adenosine triphosphate which stores energy) production.
Yes, you can take Nimeter A for headache. It can provide you temporary relief. If your pain does not subside after taking 4 tablets of this Nimeter A. Consult a doctor right away.
Take Nimeter A as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Nimeter A cannot be taken in stomach pain because Nimeter A has adverse gastrointestinal effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
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References
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