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Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet is a product of Abbott
Composition: Nimesulide (100mg) + Paracetamol (500mg)

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All Details About Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet

Description:

Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps in relieving pain. It is used to relieve pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It is also used to relieve fever, muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.

Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. The dose will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by the doctor.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and increased liver enzymes. If any of these side effects bother you or get worse, you should speak to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.


Earlier taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcers or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or any trouble with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.


Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine, as alcohol can cause excessive drowsiness.


Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Orthobid Power

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Increased liver enzymes

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.

FAQs:

What is Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet?

Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Nimesulide and Paracetamol. This medication helps in relieving the pain and inflammation. It works by lowering the levels of chemical substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.

Can I stop taking Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet when my pain is relieved?

Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet is usually used for short-term pain relief and can be discontinued if there is no pain. However, it should be continued if your physician has advised you to do so.

Can the use of Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?

Affirmative, the use of Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet can cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food or with antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medicine. In case of vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small and frequent sips. Communicate to your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine and a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet?

The use of Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet is considered to be harmful in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine or in patients with known allergy to other painkillers (NSAIDs). Its use should also be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with the history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.

Can I take Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet with Vitamin B-complex?

Affirmative, Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet can be taken with Vitamin B-complex preparations. While Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet helps to relieve pain, Vitamin B-complex helps to correct the vitamin deficiency that might be causing your symptoms.

Does Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet help in relieving stomach pain?

No, Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet preferably should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a physician. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition.

Can the use of Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet cause damage to the liver?

Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet contains Nimesulide and Paracetamol and both these medicines are known to cause harm to the liver especially in the doses above the recommended level. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Employ of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with the underlying liver disease.

Is it safe to take a higher than the recommended dose of Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet?

No, you should avoid taking a higher than the recommended dose of Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet as it can increase the risks of side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of pain or the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

What are the recommended storage conditions for Orthobid Power 100 mg/500 mg Tablet?

Retain this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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