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Nimodex is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Nimodex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Nimodex 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Nimodex safe for pregnant women?
Nimodex may have some side effects during pregnancy. If there is any side effect of Nimodex during pregnancy, discontinue it immediately. Take medical advice before using it again.
Is the use of Nimodex safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may suffer serious consequences after taking Nimodex. So don't take this drug without consulting your doctor first, otherwise it may be dangerous for you.
What is the effect of Nimodex on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Nimodex on [Organ] have been reported.
What is the effect of Nimodex on the Liver?
Nimodex has very mild side effects on the [Organ].
What is the effect of Nimodex on the Heart?
Nimodex may have mild side effects on the [Organ]. Most people will never see any effect on the [Organ].
Nimodex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nimodex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nimodex habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Nimodex has been known to be addictive. Take it only as your doctor's recommendation.
Interaction between Food and Nimodex
Taking Nimodex with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nimodex
Consuming Nimodex with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Nimodex 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.
Ideally Nimodex 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.
No, Nimodex is not banned for use in adults and elderly patients by CDSCO. However, CDSCO has banned Nimodex for children below 12 years age as it can cause hepatic failure (liver failure).
No, Nimodex cannot be taken in stomach pain because Nimodex has adverse gastrointestinal effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
No, Nimodex does not cause drowsiness because prescribed Nimodex has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of Nimodex may lead to lethargy, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, gastrointestinal bleeding. Hypertension, acute renal failure, coma, and respiratory depression may occur but are rare.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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