Unik 100mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Cortina Laboratories Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Nimesulide (100mg) |
| 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 | 4.1 |
| User Reviews | 410 |
FAQ
Is Unik 100mg safe?
Yes, Unik 100mg is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Does Unik 100mg contain aspirin?
Unik 100mg is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Can I take Unik 100mg with aspirin?
Unik 100mg can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Is Unik 100mg safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Unik 100mg is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Unik 100mg are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Can I take Unik 100mg with aspirin?
Unik 100mg can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Does Unik 100mg contain aspirin?
Unik 100mg is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Does Unik 100mg make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Unik 100mg does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Unik 100mg can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Can I take Unik 100mg for headache?
Unik 100mg can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Is Unik 100mg banned?
No, Unik 100mg is not banned in India. However, as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Unik 100mg is banned for children under 12 years of age
What does Unik 100mg treat or used for?
Unik 100mg is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
Does Unik 100mg contain sulphur?
No, Unik 100mg does not contain sulphur.
Is Unik 100mg safe in asthma?
Unik 100mg is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.
Is Unik 100mg banned?
No, Unik 100mg is not banned in India.
Is Unik 100mg safe in pregnancy?
No, Unik 100mg is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Unik 100mg in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Is Unik 100mg an antibiotic?
Unik 100mg is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.
Can I take Unik 100mg with paracetamol?
Unik 100mg and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Is Unik 100mg safe?
Unik 100mg is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Can I take Unik 100mg for headache?
Unik 100mg can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Does Unik 100mg make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Unik 100mg does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Unik 100mg can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Is Unik 100mg safe in asthma?
Unik 100mg is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.
Is Unik 100mg safe?
Unik 100mg is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Can I take Unik 100mg with paracetamol?
Unik 100mg and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Is Unik 100mg safe in pregnancy?
No, Unik 100mg is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Unik 100mg in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Is Unik 100mg safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Unik 100mg is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Unik 100mg are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Can I take Unik 100mg with ibuprofen?
Unik 100mg can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Can I take Unik 100mg with ibuprofen?
Unik 100mg can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Does Unik 100mg contain sulphur?
No, Unik 100mg does not contain sulphur.
Is Unik 100mg an antibiotic?
Unik 100mg is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.
What does Unik 100mg treat or used for?
Unik 100mg is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
What if you forget to take Unik Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Unik 100mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
Unik 100mg Tablet Reviews
Unik 100mg is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions including joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, postoperative painful condition, fever, and period pain.
Unik 100mg should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you're using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Unik 100mg is banned for children under 12 years of age.
How Unik 100mg Tablet Works
Unik 100mg is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
How to Use Unik 100mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Unik 100mg is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Unik 100mg Tablet
- In Pain relief: Unik 100mg 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: Unik 100mg 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 Unik 100mg Tablet
- Pain relief
- Treatment of Fever
Unik 100mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Liver
UNSAFE
Unik 100mg is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Unik 100mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Unik 100mg.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Unik 100mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Unik 100mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Unik 100mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Unik 100mg is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Unik 100mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
- 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.
- Unik 100mg is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Unik 100mg as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
- 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.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
References
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