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Orthobid Gel 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.
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Information regarding the use of Orthobid Gel during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Orthobid 10mg/gm Gel

Nimesulide(10mg/gm)

Orthobid gel uses

{med_name} is used for fever and pain relief.

How orthobid gel works

Orthobid Gel 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) in the skin.

Common side effects of orthobid gel

Nausea, Itching, 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, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Renal failure, Increased liver enzymes

SUBSTITUTES FOR Orthobid Gel

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    Rs. 2.50/gm of Gel
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    save 34% more per gm of Gel
  • Nicip Gel
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    Rs. 1.02/gm of Gel
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Expert advice FOR Orthobid Gel

  • Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages as these may increase the risk of side effects.
  • Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected, inflamed or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
  • Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
  • It may increase the risk of sunburn. Avoid exposing the treated area of skin to excessive sunlight.
  • 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 Orthobid 10mg/gm Gel

Nimesulide

Q. How to use Orthobid Gel?
Before using Orthobid Gel, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Orthobid Gel gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel a steroid?
No, Orthobid Gel is not a steroid. It is a painkiller.
Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Orthobid Gel?
Be careful not to get Orthobid Gel into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Orthobid Gel if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly, to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Orthobid Gel with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Orthobid Gel only if prescribed by the doctor.
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Q. What should I do if I forget to use Orthobid Gel?
If you forget to use Orthobid Gel, do not worry and continue using Orthobid Gel as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can I stop using Orthobid Gel when I feel better?
No, do not stop using Orthobid Gel without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve, but for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel safe?
Orthobid Gel is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed by the doctor to get the most benefit. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel an antibiotic?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel with paracetamol?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel contain aspirin?
Orthobid Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel safe?
Orthobid Gel is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Orthobid Gel for headache?
Orthobid Gel can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Orthobid Gel make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Orthobid Gel does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Orthobid Gel can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Q. Does Orthobid Gel contain sulphur?
No, Orthobid Gel does not contain sulphur.
Q. What does Orthobid Gel treat or used for?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel with ibuprofen?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel with aspirin?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel safe?
Yes, Orthobid Gel is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel banned?
No, Orthobid Gel is not banned in India.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Orthobid Gel is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Orthobid Gel are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel safe in pregnancy?
No, Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel safe in asthma?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel an antibiotic?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel with paracetamol?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel contain aspirin?
Orthobid Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel safe?
Orthobid Gel is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Orthobid Gel for headache?
Orthobid Gel can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Orthobid Gel make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Orthobid Gel does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Orthobid Gel can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Q. Does Orthobid Gel contain sulphur?
No, Orthobid Gel does not contain sulphur.
Q. What does Orthobid Gel treat or used for?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel with ibuprofen?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel with aspirin?
Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel banned?
No, Orthobid Gel is not banned in India. However, as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Orthobid Gel is banned for children under 12 years of age
Q. Is Orthobid Gel safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Orthobid Gel is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Orthobid Gel are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel safe in pregnancy?
No, Orthobid Gel 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 Orthobid Gel in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Q. Is Orthobid Gel safe in asthma?
Orthobid Gel 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)