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Niq is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Pain. Other than this, Niq has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Niq 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Niq side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Niq go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Niq is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Niq related warnings talks about Niq's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Niq is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Niq contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Niq have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Niq is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Niq is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Niq is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Niq safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Niq will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Niq safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Niq on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Niq will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Niq on the Kidneys?
Effects of Niq on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Niq on the Liver?
Effects of Niq on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Niq on the Heart?
Niq 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.
Niq should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Niq unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Niq habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Niq.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Niq since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Niq only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Niq is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Niq
There is no information on the effects of taking Niq with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Niq
Consuming Niq with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Niq should be taken orally twice in a day after a meal.
Niq 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, Niq 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.
Niq is an analgesic (painkiller) which relieves pain arising from the affected area by suppressing the cyclooxygenase 2 (increases the inflammatory response.)
Discontinuation of Niq on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience