Abdominal pain, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Epigastric pain, Flatulence, Nausea, Vomiting, Indigestion.
Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling)
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Patalgin Plus Tablet is to be taken with food.
Uses of Paracetamol
Paracetamol is used in fever, headache, muscle pain, pain during menstruation, dental pain and post operative pain.
Allergic reaction.
Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the production of the chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that transmit pain signals and induce fever.
- It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach.
- It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long period of time.
- Nimesulide can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
- Good for pain relief and fever but not effective in joint pain due to poor anti-inflammatory action.
- Starts working within one hour. Wait for at least 4 hours before taking the next dose.
- Present in many over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medicines. Avoid taking more than one paracetamol product at a time to prevent overdose. Doses >4 g/day (2 g in alcoholics) may cause liver, kidney or heart problems.
- Discontinue Paracetamol and inform your doctor immediately if rash occurs.
- For children, measure the doses of liquid Paracetamol using the measuring cup instead of a teaspoon to avoid under or over-dosage.
- Avoid excess alcohol intake (>3 glasses/day) when taking Paracetamol as it may cause liver damage.
Warnings
Alcohol
CAUTION
Taking Nimesulide+Paracetamol with alcohol can cause liver damage.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Patalgin Plus Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
No information is available on the use of Patalgin Plus Tablet during lactation. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
It is not known whether Patalgin Plus Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Patalgin Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Patalgin Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Patalgin Plus Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Patalgin Plus Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
