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Nugesic 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, Nugesic has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Nugesic depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Nugesic as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Nugesic normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Nugesic's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nugesic has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nugesic related warnings section.
Nugesic is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nugesic contraindications section.
Additionally, Nugesic may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nugesic is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Nugesic 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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Is the use of Nugesic safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Nugesic during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Nugesic safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Nugesic for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Nugesic on the Kidneys?
Use of Nugesic may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Nugesic on the Liver?
Use of Nugesic may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nugesic on the Heart?
Nugesic can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Nugesic 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 Nugesic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nugesic habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Nugesic is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Nugesic will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Nugesic is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Nugesic in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Nugesic
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Nugesic together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nugesic
Consuming Nugesic with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Nugesic is a prescription drug so do not self-medicate. It can be harmful to take this medicine without proper recommendation.
No, Nugesic does not cause drowsiness because prescribed Nugesic has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of Nugesic may lead to lethargy, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, gastrointestinal bleeding. Hypertension, acute renal failure, coma, and respiratory depression may occur but are rare.
No, Nugesic does not cause weight gain because of medication increase in cellular metabolism occur in skeletal muscles (voluntary muscle), due to uncoupling of oxidative phosphorylation (loss of coupling between respiration and ATP (adenosine triphosphate which stores energy) production.
No, Nugesic cannot be taken in stomach pain because Nugesic has adverse gastrointestinal effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
Nugesic should not be taken when a person has been detected with dengue. This is because nimesulide may cause internal bleeding which can be fatal during dengue. To bring down fever in dengue patients, paracetamol can be given along with plenty of fluids such as soups, juices, and water. Along with taking precautionary measures mentioned above, seek medical advice right away in case of Dengue as negligence and low platelet counts may lead to fatal consequences. You are highly recommended to follow the doctor's instructions.
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