Nimesulide Painkiller Ban: Govt Restricts Oral Doses Above 100 Mg Over Health Concerns

Nimesulide Painkiller Ban: The Union Health Ministry has imposed restrictions on the painkiller Nimesulide, prohibiting the manufacture and sale of oral formulations containing more than 100 mg. The decision was taken amid health concerns, with authorities citing potential risks associated with higher dosages.

The ministry made the decision after consultations with the Drug Technical Advisory Board. The ban was imposed under Section 26A of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.

What Did The Govt Say?

According to the Health Ministry, "Consuming more than 100 mg of Nimesulide can be dangerous for humans. There are many safer alternatives available in the market to relieve pain."

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Tablets Were Already Banned For Children

Nimesulide is a non-steroidal drug used as a painkiller. However, the government has expressed concern about its use. In 2011, the Ministry of Health banned the use of nimesulide for children under 12 years of age.

The government had ordered that "Nimesulide should not be prescribed for children under 12 years of age. Its use can be harmful to children. Its use is banned in many countries.”

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Nimesulide Banned In THESE Countries

Nimesulide tablets are completely banned in many European countries. Finland, Spain, Ireland, and Belgium banned them in 2007. Canada, Japan, the United States, Australia, and the UK have also banned nimesulide.