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Nimtus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Pain. The alternative uses of Nimtus have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Nimtus 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nimtus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Nimtus are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Nimtus has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nimtus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nimtus related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Nimtus since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nimtus are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Nimtus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nimtus is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Nimtus is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nimtus is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Nimtus safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Nimtus during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Nimtus safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Nimtus for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Nimtus on the Kidneys?
Effects of Nimtus on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nimtus on the Liver?
Effects of Nimtus on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nimtus on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Nimtus. 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.
Nimtus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nimtus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nimtus habit forming or addictive?
Nimtus does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Nimtus does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Nimtus is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Nimtus is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nimtus
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Nimtus, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nimtus
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Nimtus as it can have severe side effects.
Nimtus 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.
Nimtus is a prescription drug so do not self-medicate. It can be harmful to take this medicine without proper recommendation.
Yes, Nimtus 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.
Discontinuation of Nimtus on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Nimtus is an analgesic (painkiller) which relieves pain arising from the affected area by suppressing the cyclooxygenase 2 (increases the inflammatory response.)
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
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 203-204
