Product introduction
Nex MD Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is taken to treat inflammatory conditions, including joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, postoperative painful conditions, fever, and period pain.
Nex MD Tablet 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 Nex MD Tablet is safe for you, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Nex MD Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant or lactating women and patients with kidney or liver diseases.
Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Nex MD Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age.
Uses of Nex MD Tablet
Benefits of Nex MD Tablet
In Pain relief
Nex MD Tablet 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.
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
Nex MD Tablet 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.
Side effects of Nex MD 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 Nex MD
- Increased liver enzymes
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
How to use Nex MD 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. Nex MD Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How Nex MD Tablet works
Nex MD Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nex MD Tablet
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Nex MD Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Nex MD Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Nex MD Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Nex MD Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
UNSAFE
Nex MD Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
What if you forget to take Nex MD Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Nex MD 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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Quick tips
- Take it with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
- 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.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Nex MD Tablet as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylethers
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's-Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (Others)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Nex MD with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate.
Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tacrolimus levels, potassium levels and kidney function closely. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.
Co
Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate.
Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Nex MD Tablet an antibiotic?
Nex MD Tablet is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs) which help in relieving pain associated with various conditions.
Can I take Nex MD Tablet with paracetamol?
Nex MD Tablet 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 Nex MD Tablet safe?
Nex MD Tablet is safe to use if taken at the prescribed dose and duration advised by your doctor.
Can I take Nex MD Tablet for headaches?
Nex MD Tablet can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Is Nex MD Tablet banned?
No, Nex MD Tablet is not banned in India. However, as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Nex MD Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age.
Is Nex MD Tablet safe in pregnancy?
No, Nex MD Tablet 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 Nex MD Tablet in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
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