About Nise Tablet
Nise Tablet contains Nimesulide 100 mg. This is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for short-term relief of pain, swelling and fever. Because it can harm the liver, it is used only for short periods, and in India it must not be given to children under 12 years.
Uses of Nise Tablet
- Short-term relief of acute pain
- Painful periods
- Fever and inflammation (as decided by a doctor)
Benefits
In acute pain
It helps ease sudden pain and swelling over a short course. It relieves symptoms but does not treat the cause.
Side effects
Most side effects are mild and settle as your body gets used to the medicine. Talk to your doctor if any of them bother you or do not go away.
Common
- Nausea
- Stomach pain or indigestion
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
Get medical help if you notice
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, pale stools, loss of appetite or unusual tiredness — may be liver damage; stop and get medical help straight away
- Signs of bleeding in the stomach or gut: black or tarry stools, vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds, or severe stomach pain — stop and get medical help straight away
- Reduced urine or swelling — may be a sign of kidney problems; contact your doctor
- Allergic reaction: rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips or throat, or difficulty breathing — seek emergency care
How to use
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed, after food, for the shortest time possible. Swallow the tablet with water. Do not continue it for longer than your doctor advises.
How it works
It reduces the body's production of prostaglandins, chemicals that cause pain, swelling and fever.
Safety advice
Alcohol Unsafe
Avoid alcohol. It increases the risk of liver damage and stomach bleeding.
Pregnancy Unsafe
Not recommended in pregnancy and must not be used in the last 3 months. Talk to your doctor.
Breastfeeding Unsafe
It should not be used while breastfeeding.
Driving Caution
It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drive if you feel affected.
Kidney Caution
Use with caution in kidney disease. It must not be used in severe kidney disease.
Liver Unsafe
It must not be used if you have liver disease or have had liver problems with medicines before.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose, take it when you remember. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Do not take two doses together.
Quick tips
- Do not give it to children under 12 years.
- Use it only for a short course as advised, not for long-term pain.
- Stop and see a doctor if you notice yellow eyes, dark urine or feel unusually tired.
- Do not take it with other NSAID painkillers or with other medicines that can harm the liver.
Substitutes
Same salts in the same strength from other makers. Only switch brands on your doctor's or pharmacist's advice; our pharmacist checks every order against the prescription.
Fact box
- Chemical class
- Sulfonanilide
- Therapeutic class
- Pain relief / anti-inflammatory
- Action class
- NSAID (preferential COX-2 inhibitor)
- Habit forming
- No
- Prescription
- Required
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about every medicine, vitamin and herbal product you take.
| Medicine | What can happen |
|---|---|
| Other NSAIDs and aspirin | Higher risk of stomach bleeding |
| Blood thinners such as warfarin | Higher risk of bleeding |
| Water pills (diuretics) and blood pressure medicines | Their effect may be reduced and the kidneys may be strained |
| Medicines that can affect the liver (for example some TB medicines, methotrexate) | Higher risk of liver damage |
This page is general information to help you understand your medicine. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop or change a medicine on your own.
Written by the Asthra Health Care team from the approved prescribing information (Nimesulide prescribing information (CDSCO-approved labelling); CDSCO notification prohibiting nimesulide in children below 12 years). Pharmacist review pending.