Nimesulide
Nimesulide is NSAID ( non steroidal antinflammatory drug) reported to be selective inhibitor of cyclo-oxygenase-2 (COX-2) it has been given by mouth or rectally for inflammatory condition, fever and pain.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Sulphon Anilide.
It belongs to Cyclo-oxygenase inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action. It is also classified under Analgesics and Anti-inflammatory Agents .
Molecular Weight: 308.3 · Solubility in Water: insoluble · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Nimesulide.

Pharmacokinetics
Elimination: it is metabolised via Hepatic, plasma half-life is 5 hr.
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Indications
Nimesulide is primarily indicated in conditions like Bursitis, Fever, fever, Gynecological infections, Inflammation, Osteoarthritis, Pain, Rheumatoid arthritis, Tendinitis, Thrombophlebitis, Trauma.
Nimesulide is also indicated for secondary conditions like Ent infections.
Contraindications
Nimesulide is contraindicated in conditions like GI ulceration, GI hemorrhage.
Dosage
Nimesulide's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 0 – 100 mg | — | Every 12h | PO | Increase upto 200mg bid. |
| 3 – 0 % | — | — | topical | Increase upto 200mg bid. |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| 0 – 0 | — | — | Not recommended for this age group | |
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| 0 – 0 | — | — | Not recommended in this age group | |
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Nimesulide in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Stevens johnson syndrome , lyells syndrome, hepatoxicity.
Nimesulide produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Anaphylaxis . Careful monitoring is needed with proper medical management.
The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Nimesulide are Hypotension, Hypothermia.
Nimesulide is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Drowsiness, Headache, Melena, Nausea, Pain , Thrombocytopenia, VertigoX.
Warnings / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.2.1.3 — Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Manufacturers
Manufacturers of Nimesulide in Pakistan: