Bitugesic Syrup
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Amvia Biotech |
Active Ingredient | Nimesulide (50mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Diphenylethers Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
Action Class | NSAID's-Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (Others) |
User Rating | 4.6 |
User Reviews | 764 |
FAQ
Bitugesic Syrup Reviews
Adhere to the prescribed dose, time, and way while giving Bitugesic to your child. It can be given orally before or after meals. However, it is best to give this medicine to your child after meals as this will prevent the chance of developing an upset stomach. Avoid giving more than the recommended dose for fast relief as that may cause unwanted effects in your child. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again but do skip it if it's time for the next dose.
Bitugesic may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, and allergy after taking this medicine. These side effects are temporary and are likely to subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. In case they persist or become bothersome for your child, do consult your child’s doctor on a priority basis.
Before administering Bitugesic to your child, do inform the doctor if your child is allergic to any medicine or products, or has a history of any heart problems, birth defects, liver disease, kidney disease, lung disease, or bleeding disorder. This information is critical for dose alteration and helps in planning your child's overall treatment.
Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Bitugesic is banned for children under 12 years of age.
How Bitugesic Syrup Works
How to Use Bitugesic Syrup
Benefits of Bitugesic Syrup
- In Pain relief: Bitugesic is used to treat aches and pains. It blocks chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage.Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time.
- In Treatment of Fever: Bitugesic is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.
Uses of Bitugesic Syrup
- Pain relief
- Treatment of Fever
Bitugesic Syrup Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Stop the medicine and consult your child’s doctor in case your child exhibits allergic rash or stomach pain soon after taking this medicine.
- If your child exhibits signs of inflammation like redness or swelling,try placing an ice-pack over the affected area to reduce redness and swelling.
- If Bitugesic does not seem to be helping your child, contact your doctor for advice. Do not give extra doses.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
- Bitugesic is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Bitugesic as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Give plenty of fluids to your child, if diarrhea occurs as a side-effect.
- Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
References
- European Medicine Agency. Nimesulide.
- Grosser T, Smyth E, FitzGerald GA. Anti-Inflammatory, Antipyretic, and Analgesic Agents; Pharmacotherapy of Gout. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 509p. 992.
- Chandra J, Kumar Bhatnagar S. Antipyretics in children. Indian J Pediatr. 2002;69:69-74.
- Nimesulide [Amendments to the Summary of Product Characteristics and Package Leaflet].