Nimesulide+camylofin
About Nimesulide+camylofin
Camylofin+nimesulide 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.
Camylofin+nimesulide 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. Camylofin+nimesulide 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 Camylofin+nimesulide if you are allergic to any contents of it. Camylofin+nimesulide 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. Camylofin+nimesulide may cause dizziness, so drive or operate heavy machinery only if you are fully alert.
Uses of Nimesulide+camylofin
Medicinal Benefits
Camylofin+nimesulide 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.
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Side Effects of Nimesulide+camylofin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Vision problems
- Palpitations (racing or pounding heartbeat)
Drug Warnings
Before taking Camylofin+nimesulide, inform your doctor if you have thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone secretions), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (obstruction in the airflow) and scheduled for heart surgery. Camylofin+nimesulide 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. Camylofin+nimesulide may also cause bleeding in the stomach and intestine when used in higher doses or for prolonged periods. While using Camylofin+nimesulide, 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 Camylofin+nimesulide without consulting your doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Camylofin+nimesulide 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: Camylofin+nimesulide 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.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionConsumption of alcohol increases the risk of side-effects, such as dizziness, liver damage and bleeding in the stomach.
Pregnancy
unsafeCamylofin+nimesulide is not recommended during pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects to the unborn baby. Consult your doctor for further information.
Breast Feeding
unsafeCamylofin+nimesulide 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.
Driving
cautionCamylofin+nimesulide may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are not fully alert.
Liver
unsafeCamylofin+nimesulide is not recommended for use in patients with liver failure.
Kidney
cautionCamylofin+nimesulide should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
unsafeCamylofin+nimesulide is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, Vitamin D, calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help in reducing pain and inflammation in the tissue.
- Please do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your abdominal pain. Instead, you can do stretching, low impact aerobic exercise (like walking on the treadmill, bike riding, and swimming), simple forms of yoga. You can also strengthen your muscle strength by lifting light weights and doing muscle stretching regularly.
- Your sitting posture is important, especially when have pain and inflammation condition. Try to sit as little as possible and only for a short time (10-15 min). Use back support like a rolled-up towel at the back of your curve to minimize pain. Keep your knees and hips at a right angle.
- You can consume caffeine but not too much as high caffeine intake may cause irritability, poor sleep, and menstrual cramps.
Special Advise
- Camylofin+nimesulide causes liver damage, so your doctor may monitor liver function at regular intervals if this medicine is prescribed for prolonged periods.
- Your doctor may advice regular eye check up, as Camylofin+nimesulide may worsen the symptoms of glaucoma.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
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.
FAQs
Camylofin+nimesulide is used in the treatment of abdominal cramps or pain. It contains Nimesulide and Camylofin. Nimesulide works by reducing the production of chemical substances that cause pain and inflammation. Camylofin relaxes the stomach and gut (intestine) and stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). Together, Camylofin+nimesulide can effectively reduce abdominal cramps associated with various conditions.
It is not recommended to take other painkillers along with Camylofin+nimesulide unless prescribed by your doctor. However, make sure other painkillers don't contain nimesulide or camylofin to avoid an overdose.
The common side-effects of Camylofin+nimesulide are 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.
Camylofin+nimesulide is probably safe and well-tolerated in diabetic patients when taken at recommended doses. However, higher doses or prolonged use may affect sugar levels and cause unwanted effects. So, let your doctor know that you have diabetes before taking Camylofin+nimesulide.
Camylofin+nimesulide contains Nimesulide, which may cause liver damage when used in higher doses or for longer durations. So, take this medicine for a dose and duration as intended by your doctor. Also, avoid alcohol intake while using this medicine as alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage.
