NABUMETONE belongs to a group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) indicated to relieve signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is caused by the breakdown of the joint lining, whereas rheumatoid arthritis is caused by swelling of the joint linings.
NABUMETONE contains Nabumetone, which works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain, fever, and inflammation. Thereby, it helps treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
In some cases, NABUMETONE may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, constipation, stomach ache, and wind. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
Avoid taking NABUMETONE during the last three months of pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding. This medicine may cause dizziness; drive only if you are alert. NABUMETONE is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis.
NABUMETONE belongs to a group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), used to relieve pain, swelling, tenderness, stiffness, and swelling caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. NABUMETONE contains Nabumetone, which works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain, fever, and inflammation. Thereby, it helps treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Do not take NABUMETONE if you are allergic to any of its components, aspirin or NSAIDS, or if you have/had stomach/peptic ulcer, perforation, or bleeding, peptic disease, severe heart failure, liver cirrhosis, kidney failure, or if you are in the last three months of pregnancy or breastfeeding. Inform the doctor if you have/had asthma, stomach problems (Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis), liver, kidney or heart problems, high blood pressure, stroke, oedema, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, high cholesterol, infections, are in the first six months of pregnancy, smoker, or if you are above 65 years of age. NABUMETONE is not recommended for children. Stop taking NABUMETONE and consult a doctor immediately if you experience difficulty breathing, face or throat swelling, severe rash that may blister, chest pain or sudden numbness and confusion, blood in stools (black/tarry stools), or blood in vomit (dark particles that look like coffee granules). Do not take NABUMETONE if you have recently had a heart attack unless prescribed by your doctor. Seek emergency medical help immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, weakness in one part or side of the body, shortness of breath, or slurred speech. NABUMETONE may cause gastrointestinal events, including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines. If you experience any of the following symptoms, stop taking NABUMETONE and consult your doctor: stomach pain, vomit that is bloody or looks like coffee grounds, heartburn, blood in the stool, or black and tarry stools.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking antidepressants (duloxetine, escitalopram, fluoxetine, sertraline), diuretics (hydrochlorothiazide), anti-hypertensive (lisinopril), corticosteroid (prednisone), anti-diabetic (metformin)
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have asthma, fluid retention, gastrointestinal toxicity, kidney problems, thrombosis, liver disease, anaemia, heart problems, high blood pressure, high potassium levels or platelet aggregation inhibition.
Avoid alcohol consumption during treatment with NABUMETONE.
Nabumetone belongs to pregnancy category C. NABUMETONE is not recommended during the last three months of pregnancy. This medicine should be used during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks. The lowest dose for the shortest time possible should be used.
Please consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide whether to discontinue nursing or the medicine, taking into account the importance of the medicine to the mother.
NABUMETONE may cause dizziness, tiredness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience these symptoms.
Please inform the doctor if you have liver problems before taking NABUMETONE.
Please inform the doctor if you have kidney impairment before taking NABUMETONE.
NABUMETONE is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
Osteoarthritis: It is a joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering of cartilage. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, inflammation and tenderness.
Rheumatoid arthritis: It is an auto-immune disease (the body's immune system attacks its tissue) which leads to joint pain and damage. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include pain, swelling, stiffness, deformities and loss of joint function.