Nims Tablet Uses

Nims tablet is used to manage pain, fever, and inflammation. Nims is very common in clinical practice due to its effectiveness, safety profile, and low cost. Following are some common and off-label uses of Nims tablets:

Common Uses of Nims Tablet

1. Pain Relief: Nims tablet is often used to relieve mild to moderate pain, such as headache and toothache.
2. Inflammation: Nims tablet is used to reduce inflammation, such as that associated with arthritis, osteoarthritis, and other conditions.
3. Fever: Nims tablet is used to reduce fever caused by various infections and illnesses.
4. Acute and Chronic Musculoskeletal Disorders: Nims tablet is used to treat acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders such as low back pain, sprains and strains, and tendinitis.
5. Respiratory Infections: Nims tablet is sometimes used to treat inflammations in respiratory airways and lung caused by bronchitis and pneumonia.
6. Overall, the use of Nims tablet is safe for both adults and children for managing painful inflammatory conditions.

Off-label Uses of Nims Tablet

• Dysmenorrhea: Nims tablets may be used off-label to relieve pain associated with dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps).
• Migraine Headaches: In some cases, healthcare providers may consider nimesulide for the management of migraine headaches.
• Acute Pain: Nimesulide might be used off-label for the relief of acute pain, such as pain following surgery or injury.

Nims is one of the leading brands of Nimesulide, manufactured and marketed by Sami Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.

The following are some alternative brands of Nims and their manufacturers.

• Nise : Pharmevo Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd.
• Unix : Hilton Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.
• Modact IR : Platinum Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan.
• Mexidon : Searl Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd.
• Amsolide : Amson Vaccines & Pharma (Pvt) Ltd.
• Artilide : Global Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan.
• Geoslide : Geofman Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan.
• Nugesic : Helix Pharma (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.
• Orina : Shrooq Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan.
• Pensulide : Don Valley Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.

Presently, Nims is available in Tablet Form

Nims Tablets : 100mg Strength

There are some important contraindications that should be considered before using Nims tablet.

• First and foremost, Nims Tablet should not be used by pregnant women or those who are breastfeeding. This medication has been shown to cause harm to developing fetuses and may pass through breast milk into infants.
• People with a history of asthma or other allergies should avoid this medication as it may worsen their symptoms or increase the risk of an allergic reaction occurring.
• People who have liver problems or take medications that affect the liver should also avoid taking Nims Tablet as it can lead to further complications.
• Additionally, any individual with a history of stomach ulcers should not take this drug as it can cause irritation or worsening symptoms in those areas.
• People who are currently taking other medications such as blood thinners (warfarin), anticoagulants (aspirin), or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), should consult with their doctor prior to using nims tablets.

Nims Dose for Adults: one tablet of 100mg twice daily.

Nims Dose for Children: 5mg/kg of body weight 2 or 3 times a day.

Nims tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the activity of cyclo-oxygenase (COX), resulting in blocking the formation of prostaglandin, which produces pain and inflammation.

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