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food
alcohol
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Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Geeflam 50mg Tablet

Nimesulide(50mg)

Geeflam tablet uses

{med_name} is used for fever and pain relief.

How geeflam tablet works

Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger, prostaglandin, in the body which is responsible for pain, fever, and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Common side effects of geeflam tablet

Nausea, Stomach pain, Itching, Allergy, Diarrhea, Flatulence, Dizziness, High blood pressure, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Hypersensitivity, Breathlessness, Vomiting, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Gastrointestinal ulcer, Skin eruptions, Fulminant hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Low blood platelets, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Renal failure, Increased liver enzymes

SUBSTITUTES FOR Geeflam Tablet

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  • Nimbus Kid 50mg Tablet
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    Moraceae Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 1.12/Tablet
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    Rs. 11.16
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  • Nimusol 50mg Tablet
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    Lark Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 1.75/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 18.10
    save 6% more per Tablet
  • Nimegesic Kid 50mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 1.37/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 14.10
    save 26% more per Tablet
  • Myonal 50mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Sanzyme Ltd
    Rs. 3.24/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 33.46
    pay 74% more per Tablet
  • Nimumac 50mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Torque Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 1.16/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 12
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Expert advice FOR Geeflam Tablet

  • Give plenty of fluids to your child, if diarrhea occurs as a side-effect.
  • 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.
  • 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 Nimesulide does not seem to be helping your child, contact your doctor for advice. Do not give extra doses.
  • Nimesulide is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever.
  • Take it with food or milk to prevent 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 Nimesulide 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Geeflam 50mg Tablet

Nimesulide

Q. Can I increase or decrease the dose of my child’s medicine by myself?
No, it is not recommended to alter the dose of the medicine without consulting a doctor. While increasing the dose without proper judgment may lead to toxicity, decreasing it may cause recurrence of symptoms. So, for best results, speak to your child’s doctor if you feel a change in dose may be needed.
Q. How much Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet should I give to my child?
Your doctor will prescribe the dose according to your child’s condition and body weight. Stick to the prescribed dosing schedule as that is the best way to ensure the safe and complete recovery of your child.
Q. Is it safe to give Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet to my child for more than two weeks?
Prolong intake of Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet can lead to increased secretion of acid in the stomach. These increased acid levels can result in ulcer formations which eventually can lead to gastrointestinal bleeding. Therefore, it is advised to use Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet in its lowest effective dose for the shortest duration of time. Consult your doctor if not sure.
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Q. How should Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet be stored?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
Q. Can all children be given the same dose of Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet?
No. Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet cannot be given to everyone in the same dose. The doctor decides the appropriate dose of Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet based on the child’s age and body weight.
Q. When will my child feel better?
You may be required to give Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet to your child for a few days to weeks, depending upon the severity of the infection. If your child continues to feel unwell even after completion of the full prescribed course of the medicine, consult your child’s doctor as soon as possible.
Q. Are there any serious side effects of this medicine for my child?
Although Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is well-tolerated by children, if you notice your child experiencing any intolerable episodes like persistent vomiting, body swelling, hepatotoxicity, decreased urine frequency, or serious allergic reaction, rush to your doctor on an immediate basis.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet an antibiotic?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Can I take Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Geeflam Kid 50mg 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.
Q. Does Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet contain aspirin?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet safe?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet for headache?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Q. Does Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet contain sulphur?
No, Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet does not contain sulphur.
Q. What does Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet treat or used for?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
Q. Can I take Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet with ibuprofen?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet 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.<br>
Q. Can I take Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet with aspirin?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet safe?
Yes, Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet banned?
No, Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is not banned in India.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet safe in pregnancy?
No, Geeflam Kid 50mg 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 Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet safe in asthma?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet an antibiotic?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Can I take Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Geeflam Kid 50mg 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.
Q. Does Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet contain aspirin?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet safe?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet for headache?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Q. Does Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet contain sulphur?
No, Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet does not contain sulphur.
Q. What does Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet treat or used for?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
Q. Can I take Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet with ibuprofen?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet 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.<br>
Q. Can I take Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet with aspirin?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet banned?
No, Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is not banned in India. However, as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet safe in pregnancy?
No, Geeflam Kid 50mg 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 Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Q. Is Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet safe in asthma?
Geeflam Kid 50mg Tablet 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 25 April, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)