NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN belongs to the class of medications called ‘analgesics’. It is used to treat abdominal cramps or pain associated with various gastrointestinal conditions such as intestinal colic (blockage in the intestine), biliary colic (gallstones), renal colic (kidney stones), and dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps), etc.
NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN contains Nimesulide and Camylofin. Nimesulide is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing prostaglandin's production (chemical substances that cause pain and inflammation) at the affected site and reduce pain. Camylofin is an antispasmodic, which relaxes the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine) and stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms).
You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN may cause side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, diarrhoea, dizziness, headache and palpitations (racing or pounding heartbeat). These side-effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side-effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to take NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN if you are allergic to any contents of it. NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN should not be used in patients with liver failure, severe kidney failure, heart failure, gastric ulcers, bleeding in the stomach or intestine, heart rhythm problems, porphyria (a rare inherited blood disorder), urinary retention, blood clotting disorders, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), mechanical bowel obstruction and prostate gland enlargement and alcohol or drug abuse. It is not recommended in children, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. It should be used with caution in elderly patients. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the risk of side-effects. NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN may cause dizziness, so drive or operate heavy machinery only if you are fully alert.
Intestinal colic, Biliary colic, Renal colic and Dysmenorrhea
NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN is used to provide symptomatic relief or treat abdominal cramps in various conditions such as intestinal colic (blockage in the intestine), biliary colic (gallstones), renal colic (kidney stones) and dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps), etc. It contains Nimesulide and Camylofin. Nimesulide can reduce pain, swelling and inflammation, whereas camylofin can reduce the spasms or sudden contractions by relaxing the smooth muscles. It is usually well-tolerated when taken at recommended doses.
Before taking NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN, inform your doctor if you have thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone secretions), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (obstruction in the airflow) and scheduled for heart surgery. NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN may cause liver damage on higher doses or when used for prolonged periods. So, if you notice signs of liver damage such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, unexplained weight loss, dark urine and fatigue or if you have abnormal liver function tests, discontinue the treatment immediately and consult your doctor. NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN may also cause bleeding in the stomach and intestine when used in higher doses or for prolonged periods. While using NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN, if you experience fever or flu-like symptoms such as weakness, feeling unwell or chills, stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately. Do not use other analgesics while taking NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN without consulting your doctor.
Drug-Drug Interactions: NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN may interact with antidepressants (amitriptyline, imipramine, desipramine, and lithium, etc.), medication used to treat movement disorders (amantadine), medication used to treat heart rhythm problems (quinidine), blood thinners (warfarin and clopidogrel), pain killer (aspirin), water pills, anticancer drug (methotrexate) and medication used to suppress the immune system (cyclosporine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption as it increases the risk of liver damage and side-effects associated with the stomach and intestine.
Drug-Disease Interactions: NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN should not be used in patients with liver failure, severe kidney failure, heart failure, gastric ulcers, bleeding in the stomach or intestine, heart rhythm problems, porphyria (a rare inherited blood disorder), urinary retention, blood clotting disorders, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), mechanical bowel obstruction and prostate gland enlargement and alcohol or drug abuse.
Consumption of alcohol increases the risk of side-effects, such as dizziness, liver damage and bleeding in the stomach.
NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN is not recommended during pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects to the unborn baby. Consult your doctor for further information.
NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN may pass into breast milk and cause unwanted effects in the nursing baby. So, it is not prescribed in breastfeeding mothers. Consult your doctor for further information.
NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are not fully alert.
NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN is not recommended for use in patients with liver failure.
NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
NIMESULIDE+CAMYLOFIN is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
Intestinal colic: It is a cramp-like pain that originates in the small or large intestine. It's caused by a blockage that keeps food and liquid from passing through the body.
Biliary colic: It is a dull pain in the middle to the abdomen's upper right area. When a gallstone blocks the bile duct, the tube that normally drains bile from the gallbladder to the small intestine.
Renal colic: It is a sharp, severe, or intense abdominal pain due to blockage of the urinary tract (kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra) by urinary stones.
Dysmenorrhea: It refers to abdominal cramps/pain associated with irregular periods. It occurs just before or during menses. Menstrual cramps that cause throbbing pain in the lower belly during periods may vary from mild to severe.