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Softel Syrup is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Softel Syrup also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Softel Syrup. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Softel Syrup also has some side effects, the most common being Heartburn, Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Softel Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Softel Syrup are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Softel Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Softel Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Softel Syrup related warnings section.
Softel Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Softel Syrup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Softel Syrup is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Softel Syrup 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Softel Syrup is used -
Common
Is the use of Softel Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Softel can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Softel right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Softel Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Softel. Immediately discontinue Softel 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 Softel Syrup on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Softel can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Softel Syrup on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Softel. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Softel only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Softel Syrup on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Softel. 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Softel Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Softel Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Softel Syrup.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Softel Syrup as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Softel Syrup is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Softel Syrup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Softel Syrup
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Softel Syrup and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Softel Syrup
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Softel Syrup with alcohol.
Softel 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.
Yes, Softel can be taken with paracetamol. There is no drug interaction found between them.
Yes, Softel 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.
Softel should be taken orally twice in a day after a meal.
No, Softel does not cause drowsiness because prescribed Softel has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of Softel 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
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
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