Nimtaz MR Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasm. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.

Nimtaz MR Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.

Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, sleepiness, weakness, and increased liver enzymes. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using the medicine.

Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Nimtaz MR Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age.

Uses of Nimtaz MR Tablet

Pain due to muscle spasm

Side effects of Nimtaz MR Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nimtaz MR

Nausea
Dryness in mouth
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Weakness
Sleepiness
Increased liver enzymes

How to use Nimtaz MR Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nimtaz MR Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Nimtaz MR Tablet works

Nimtaz MR Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Nimesulide and Tizanidine which relieve muscle pain. Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Tizanidine is a muscle relaxant. It works by acting on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness or spasm.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nimtaz MR Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Nimtaz MR Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Nimtaz MR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Nimtaz MR Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Nimtaz MR Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Nimtaz MR Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Nimtaz MR Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Nimtaz MR Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Nimtaz MR Tablet to get relief from pain and stiffness in the muscles.
Take it with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
You may see results within 1.5 to 2 hours after taking Nimtaz MR Tablet. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Nimtaz MR Tablet as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures.
Along with taking Nimtaz MR Tablet, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from muscle pain.

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