Zelid Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zelid Information

Zelid is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fever, Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Zelid have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Zelid depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Zelid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Zelid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Zelid's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Zelid has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zelid related warnings section.

Zelid is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Zelid have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Zelid may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zelid is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Zelid Benefits & Uses

Zelid 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

Zelid 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

Zelid Related Warnings

Is the use of Zelid safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Zelid for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Zelid safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Zelid in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Zelid on the Kidneys?

Consumption of Zelid can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

Severe
What is the effect of Zelid on the Liver?

Effects of Zelid on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Zelid on the Heart?

Zelid may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Zelid with Other Drugs

Zelid 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

Zelid Contraindications

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

Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zelid

Is this Zelid habit forming or addictive?

Zelid does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zelid since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Zelid only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Zelid in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Zelid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zelid

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Zelid with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Zelid

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Zelid

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zelid make you drowsy?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Zelid?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Zelid should be taken orally twice in a day after a meal.

Question almost 5 years ago

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

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Zelid 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Zelid?

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

Zelid 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.