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Opel Serra Information

Opel Serra is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Opel Serra have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Opel Serra. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Opel Serra side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Opel Serra 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.

In addition, Opel Serra's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Opel Serra has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Opel Serra related warnings section.

Opel Serra is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Opel Serra contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Opel Serra with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Opel Serra is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Opel Serra Benefits & Uses
Opel Serra Dosage & How to Take
Opel Serra Side Effects
Opel Serra Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Opel Serra with Other Drugs
Opel Serra Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Opel Serra
Opel Serra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Opel Serra Benefits & Uses

Opel Serra is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Osteoarthritis
Joint Pain (Read More - How to Relieve Joint Pain Naturally: Best Home Remedies)
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Pain
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)

Opel Serra Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength:Nimesulide (100 mg), Serratiopeptidase (15 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength:Nimesulide (100 mg), Serratiopeptidase (15 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength:Nimesulide (100 mg), Serratiopeptidase (15 mg)/Tablet

Opel Serra Related Warnings

Is the use of Opel Serra safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Opel Serra. It is best to stop taking Opel Serra immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Opel Serra safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Opel Serra. Immediately discontinue Opel Serra if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Opel Serra on the Kidneys?

Opel Serra rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Opel Serra on the Liver?

Opel Serra is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Opel Serra on the Heart?

Opel Serra may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Opel Serra with Other Drugs

Opel Serra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Piroxicam

Indomethacin

Severe

Ketoconazole

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Aspirin

Heparin

Clopidogrel

Warfarin

Opel Serra Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opel Serra unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Blood Clotting Disorders
Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Opel Serra

Is this Opel Serra habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Opel Serra.

Opel Serra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Opel Serra

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Opel Serra, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Opel Serra

Information about the interaction of Opel Serra and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Opel Serra

Question about 6 years ago

What is Opel Serra?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Opel Serra 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can i take Opel Serra for stomach pain?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Opel Serra cannot be taken in stomach pain because Opel Serra has adverse gastrointestinal effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Opel Serra cause renal failure?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Opel Serra can cause renal failure If taken for a long time. It may lead to several renal dysfunctions such as tubular necrosis, glomerulitis, renal papillary necrosis, elevation in serum creatinine and renal failure. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you have any kidney disease.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Opel Serra to treat the common cold and sore throat?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Opel Serra is primarily not used to treat the common cold and sore throat. It can only relieve cold-related symptoms such as a fever, headache, earache, and aching joints. It doesn't help in relieving cough or stuffy nose.