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Nalgesin is a pain reliever drug that reduces inflammation and fever. It is used symptomatically in many cases.
Nalgesin – properties
nalgesin is a drug based on sodium naproxen (Naproxenum natricum). It is used for symptomatic treatment of the following ailments:
- menstrual cramps,
- acute attacks of gout
- post-operative pain and post-operative swelling,
- ankylosing spondylitis,
- acute inflammation of the musculoskeletal system,
- osteoarthritis,
- rheumatoid arthritis,
- pain in the sacro-lumbar spine,
- tendon sheath inflammation (bursitis).
Nalgesin – contraindications
It is not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the last trimester and during breastfeeding. nalgesin it should not be taken by a person who is allergic to any of the ingredients of the drug – especially naproxen sodium. Gastrointestinal ulcers, liver and intestinal dysfunction, high blood pressure, severe heart failure and digestive tract ailments exclude its use.
The drug is intended for use by adults and adolescents over 16 years of age.
Nalgesin – precautions
The doctor should decide whether to use Nalgesin if the patient is taking drugs that suppress the immune system (cyclosporine), increase urine output or increase the excretion of uric acid from the body, are used in the treatment of mental disorders, lower blood pressure, anti-diabetic, anticoagulant, anti-epileptic and analgesic drugs. You should also inform your doctor about the use of drugs to prevent gout attacks (probenecid) and to treat cancer (methotrexate), pain therapy and arthritis (corticosteroids).
Nalgesin – dosage
The doctor should decide on the daily amount of the drug to be taken. The recommended dose is in the range of 550-1100 mg per day for adults, and the amount should correspond to the specific condition, e.g. in acute gout attacks it is about 825 mg at the beginning, and then cyclically 275 mg. In all cases, it is recommended to take the tablets with a meal and drink plenty of fluids.
Nalgesin – side effects
When using both plain The nalgesinaas well as the version Nalgesin Forte and Nalgesin Mini side effects may occur, such as: stomach problems (diarrhea, constipation, indigestion), thirst, sweating, difficulty breathing, nausea, headache and dizziness, drowsiness, inflammation of the oral mucosa, skin rash, itching, tinnitus, hearing impairment , rapid heartbeat or palpitations, bleeding in the skin or mucous membranes, spots caused by slight bleeding under the skin, visual disturbance, swelling.
Very rarely, vomiting, vomiting with blood from the stomach or esophagus, blood in the stools, bleeding and / or perforation in the stomach, jaundice, sleep disturbances, depression, muscle pain and weakness, alopecia, congestive heart failure, menstrual disorders, kidney function, fever, chills, hypersensitivity reactions as well as photoallergic dermatitis.
Before use, read the leaflet, which contains indications, contraindications, data on side effects and dosage as well as information on the use of the medicinal product, or consult your doctor or pharmacist, as each drug used improperly is a threat to your life or health.