Nimotil 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Nimotil Information

Nimotil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Pain. The alternative uses of Nimotil have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Nimotil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Nimotil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nimotil 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, Nimotil's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Nimotil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Nimotil is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Nimotil contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Nimotil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Nimotil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Nimotil Benefits & Uses
Nimotil Dosage & How to Take
Nimotil Side Effects
Nimotil Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Nimotil with Other Drugs
Nimotil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Nimotil
Nimotil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Nimotil Benefits & Uses

Nimotil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Pain

Other Benefits

Headache
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Joint Pain
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)
Neck Pain (Read More - Home remedies for neck pain)
Wrist Pain

Nimotil 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.

Nimotil Related Warnings

Is the use of Nimotil safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Nimotil on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Nimotil safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Nimotil for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Nimotil on the Kidneys?

Consumption of Nimotil can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

Severe
What is the effect of Nimotil on the Liver?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Nimotil on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Nimotil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Nimotil with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Piroxicam

Indomethacin

Severe

Ketoconazole

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Nimotil Contraindications

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

Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nimotil

Is this Nimotil habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Nimotil.

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

Nimotil will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Nimotil only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Nimotil in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Nimotil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nimotil

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Nimotil, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Nimotil

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Nimotil as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Nimotil

Question over 4 years ago

Can Nimotil be used for toothache?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Ideally Nimotil 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Nimotil make you drowsy?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Nimotil does not cause drowsiness because prescribed Nimotil has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of Nimotil may lead to lethargy, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, gastrointestinal bleeding. Hypertension, acute renal failure, coma, and respiratory depression may occur but are rare.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can i take Nimotil for headache?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Nimotil for headache. It can provide you temporary relief. If your pain does not subside after taking 4 tablets of this Nimotil. Consult a doctor right away.