Nimotide Information
Nimotide Benefits & Uses
Nimotide is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Nimotide 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
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Nimotide Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nimotide is used -
Moderate
- Wheezing
- Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Mild
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Flushing
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Excessive sweating
Nimotide Related Warnings
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Is the use of Nimotide safe for pregnant women?
Nimotide can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Nimotide safe during breastfeeding?
Nimotide should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Nimotide on the Kidneys?
Nimotide is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Nimotide on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Nimotide on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Nimotide on the Heart?
Nimotide has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Nimotide with Other Drugs
Nimotide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Nimotide Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nimotide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
- Heart Failure
- Low Blood Pressure
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Nimotide
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Is this Nimotide habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Nimotide is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Nimotide you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Nimotide is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nimotide is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Nimotide Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Nimotide
When consumed with certain foods, Nimotide may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Nimotide
Taking alcohol with Nimotide can be dangerous.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nimotop® (nimodipine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 550
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 911-913
