Nimesulide
- Generic Name
- Nimesulide
- Brand Names
- -
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C13H12N2O5S
- CAS Number
- 51803-78-2
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- V4TKW1454M
- Background
Nimesulide is a relatively COX-2 selective, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Its approved indications are the treatment of acute pain, the symptomatic treatment of osteoarthritis and primary dysmenorrhoea in adolescents and adults above 12 years old. Due to concerns about the risk of hepatotoxicity, nimesulide has been withdrawn from market in many countries.
- Indication
For the treatment of acute pain, the symptomatic treatment of osteoarthritis and primary dysmenorrhoea in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
- Associated Conditions
- Acute Pain, Menstrual Distress (Dysmenorrhea), Pain
- Associated Therapies
- NSAIDs
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