Need-SP Tablet is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.
Need-SP Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, flatulence, swelling of hands and feet, and flu-like symptoms. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects by prescribing an alternative medicine or adjusting the dose.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, liver, or have stomach ulcers. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Need-SP Tablet relieves pain, reduce swelling and ease inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondolytis and gout. It is also used for the short term treatment of moderate pain after dental surgery. This medicine also contains an active ingredient called Serratiopeptidase, which is an enzyme that promotes the overall healing process and speeds up recovery.
Side effects of Need-SP Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Need-SP
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Flatulence
Swelling of hands
Feet swelling
Flu-like symptoms
How to use Need-SP 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. Need-SP Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Need-SP Tablet works
Need-SP Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Etoricoxib and Serratiopeptidase. Etoricoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Serratiopeptidase is an enzyme which works by breaking down abnormal proteins at the site of inflammation, and promotes healing.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Need-SP Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Need-SP Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Need-SP Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Need-SP Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Need-SP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Need-SP Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Need-SP Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Need-SP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Need-SP Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Need-SP Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Need-SP Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Need-SP Tablet, 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.
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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Need-SP Tablet to get relief from pain and inflammation.
You can take the tablet either with or without food, although the tablets may work more quickly if they are taken without food.
During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
If you have asthma, symptoms such as wheeze or breathlessness can be made worse by Need-SP Tablet. If this happens to you, see your doctor as soon as possible.
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Patient concerns
Before 3 month i fall from ladder. My right toe was very injured. Doctor say simple crack is there. Now i feel mild pain. please give medicine name
Few days back there was symptoms of chikunguniya observed approx 20 days back,now there's no fever and other problems but joint pains is causing much discomfort,please suggest on this. Thanks
Dr. Akshat Goel
Orthopaedics
Apply Dynapar QPS spray and take Tab Zerodol-SP twice daily for pain relief
Need-SP Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.
Who should avoid taking Need-SP Tablet?
Individuals should avoid taking Need-SP Tablet if they have allergies to NSAIDs, active stomach ulcers or bleeding, severe liver or kidney problems, uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart failure, or a history of heart attack or stroke.
Can Need-SP Tablet cause serious heart problems?
Need-SP Tablet may increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and high blood pressure, especially if taken long-term or if you have pre-existing heart conditions.
Will Need-SP Tablet affect my liver or kidneys?
Need-SP Tablet can affect liver and kidney function, so regular monitoring may be needed, especially in patients with existing liver or kidney disease.
How long does Need-SP Tablet take to feel the effects?
The exact time Need-SP Tablet takes to show its effect is not known. However, pain relief usually starts within a few hours, but full benefit may take several days. Follow your doctor’s advice and complete the prescribed course.
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References
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