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Nimesulide + Paracetamol

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Nimesulide + Paracetamol Uses

Nimesulide+Paracetamol is used for pain relief. It relieves pain in conditions like headache, mild migraine, muscle pain, dental pain, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis or painful menses.

How Nimesulide + Paracetamol works

Nimesulide + Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: Nimesulide and Paracetamol. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Nimesulide + Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: Nimesulide and Paracetamol. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Common side effects of Nimesulide + Paracetamol

Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Increased liver enzymes

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Expert advice for Nimesulide + Paracetamol

You have been prescribed this combination medicine for relieving pain and inflammation.
Take it with food to avoid getting an upset stomach.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
Do not take it with any other medicine containing paracetamol (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first.

Frequently asked questions for Nimesulide + Paracetamol

Nimesulide + Paracetamol

Q. What is Nimesulide+Paracetamol?

Nimesulide+Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: Nimesulide and Paracetamol. This medication helps in relieving the pain and inflammation. It works by lowering the levels of chemical substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.

Q. Can I stop taking Nimesulide+Paracetamol when my pain is relieved?

Nimesulide+Paracetamol is usually used for short-term pain relief and can be discontinued if there is no pain. However, it should be continued if your physician has advised you to do so.

Q. Can the use of Nimesulide+Paracetamol cause nausea and vomiting?

Yes, the use of Nimesulide+Paracetamol can cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food or with antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medicine. In case of vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small and frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine and a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Nimesulide+Paracetamol?

The use of Nimesulide+Paracetamol is considered to be harmful in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine or in patients with known allergy to other painkillers (NSAIDs). Its use should also be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with the history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.

Q. Can I take Nimesulide+Paracetamol with Vitamin B-complex?

Yes, Nimesulide+Paracetamol can be taken with Vitamin B-complex preparations. While Nimesulide+Paracetamol helps to relieve pain, Vitamin B-complex helps to correct the vitamin deficiency that might be causing your symptoms.

Q. Does Nimesulide+Paracetamol help in relieving stomach pain?

No, Nimesulide+Paracetamol preferably should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a physician. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition.

Q. Can the use of Nimesulide+Paracetamol cause damage to the liver?

Nimesulide+Paracetamol contains Nimesulide and Paracetamol and both these medicines are known to cause harm to the liver especially in the doses above the recommended level. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with the underlying liver disease.

Q. Is it safe to take a higher than the recommended dose of Nimesulide+Paracetamol?

No, you should avoid taking a higher than the recommended dose of Nimesulide+Paracetamol as it can increase the risks of side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of pain or the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. What are the recommended storage conditions for Nimesulide+Paracetamol?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.