Nifen Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Nifen Information

Nifen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. Other than this, Nifen has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Nifen depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Nifen are Heartburn, Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Nifen have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Nifen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Nifen has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Nifen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nifen related warnings section.

Nifen 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, Nifen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nifen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Nifen Benefits & Uses

Nifen is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Osteoarthritis
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Pain
Joint Pain (Read More - How to Relieve Joint Pain Naturally: Best Home Remedies)
Headache
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)

Nifen 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: Gout Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Nimesulide (100 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Nimesulide (100 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Nimesulide (100 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice

Nifen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nifen is used -

Common

Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue

Nifen Related Warnings

Is the use of Nifen safe for pregnant women?

Nifen can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Nifen, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Nifen safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Nifen. If you see any side effects, stop taking Nifen immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Nifen again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nifen on the Kidneys?

Nifen may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Nifen on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Nifen on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Nifen. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Nifen with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketoconazole

Methotrexate

Leflunomide

Moderate

Warfarin

Phenytoin

Nifen Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nifen

Is this Nifen habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Nifen is addictive.

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

After taking Nifen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

No, Nifen is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Nifen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nifen

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Nifen and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Nifen

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nifen

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Nifen?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Nifen safe to use?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Nifen 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 about 6 years ago

How does Nifen work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Nifen is an analgesic (painkiller) which relieves pain arising from the affected area by suppressing the cyclooxygenase 2 (increases the inflammatory response.)

Question about 6 years ago

What is Nifen?

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

Nifen 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

Is Nifen banned in india?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

No, Nifen is not banned for use in adults and elderly patients by CDSCO. However, CDSCO has banned Nifen for children below 12 years age as it can cause hepatic failure (liver failure).