Orthobid Gel: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Orthobid Information

Orthobid is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel, Tablet, Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Pain. Orthobid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Orthobid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Orthobid can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Orthobid are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Orthobid's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Orthobid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Orthobid since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Orthobid contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Orthobid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Orthobid is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Orthobid Benefits & Uses

Orthobid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Pain

Other Benefits

Headache
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Joint Pain
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)
Neck Pain (Read More - Home remedies for neck pain)
Wrist Pain

Orthobid 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

Orthobid Related Warnings

Is the use of Orthobid safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Orthobid during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Orthobid safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Orthobid for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Orthobid on the Kidneys?

Use of Orthobid may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Orthobid on the Liver?

Orthobid can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.

Severe
What is the effect of Orthobid on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Orthobid. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Orthobid with Other Drugs

Orthobid 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

Orthobid Contraindications

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

Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Orthobid

Is this Orthobid habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Orthobid has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Orthobid since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Orthobid is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Orthobid for mental disorders.

No

Orthobid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Orthobid

There is no information on the effects of taking Orthobid with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Orthobid

Taking Orthobid with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Orthobid

Question over 5 years ago

Can i take Orthobid for headache?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Orthobid for headache. It can provide you temporary relief. If your pain does not subside after taking 4 tablets of this Orthobid. Consult a doctor right away.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Orthobid safe to use?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Orthobid is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as stomach pain, heartburn, pruritus.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Orthobid make you drowsy?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Orthobid does not cause drowsiness because prescribed Orthobid has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of Orthobid may lead to lethargy, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, gastrointestinal bleeding. Hypertension, acute renal failure, coma, and respiratory depression may occur but are rare.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Orthobid be taken with ibuprofen?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Orthobid with ibuprofen. Because of no drug interaction has been found between them. Please consult your doctor for better medication options.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Orthobid?

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

Orthobid 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.