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Knott Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. The alternative uses of Knott Plus have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Knott Plus. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Knott Plus include Heartburn, Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Knott Plus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Knott Plus normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Knott Plus is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Knott Plus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Knott Plus related warnings section.
Knott Plus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Knott Plus with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Knott Plus, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Knott Plus is used to treat the following -
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Knott Plus safe for pregnant women?
Knott Plus can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Knott Plus right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Knott Plus safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Knott Plus. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Knott Plus on the Kidneys?
Effects of Knott Plus on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Knott Plus on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Knott Plus. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Knott Plus on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Knott Plus. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Knott Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Knott Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Knott Plus habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Knott Plus has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Knott Plus, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Knott Plus can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Knott Plus should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Knott Plus cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Knott Plus
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Knott Plus together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Knott Plus
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Knott Plus.
Discontinuation of Knott Plus on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Knott Plus can be taken with paracetamol. There is no drug interaction found between them.
Knott Plus 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.
Knott Plus is a painkiller, not an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat the short-lasting painful inflammatory conditions such as 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 fever.
No, Knott Plus does not cause weight gain because of medication increase in cellular metabolism occur in skeletal muscles (voluntary muscle), due to uncoupling of oxidative phosphorylation (loss of coupling between respiration and ATP (adenosine triphosphate which stores energy) production.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 203-204
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
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