The Central Government has immediately banned the manufacturing and sale of all oral Nimesulide medications used for pain and fever, containing doses greater than 100 mg. According to the Ministry of Health, Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that relieves pain, but high doses pose a risk of liver damage. This ban applies only to the highest dose (100 mg) of Nimesulide, while lower doses will remain available. Pharmaceutical companies selling the Nimesulide brand will now be required to stop production of higher-dose Nimesulide. Those already on the market will also be recalled. What impact will the drug ban have? Learn more in this Q&A… Question: What has the government banned on Nimesulide?
Answer: The government has banned the manufacturing and sale of all oral Nimesulide medications containing more than 100 mg. This rule came into effect on December 29th. Question: Why was this decision made?
Answer: High doses pose a risk of liver damage, and safer alternatives are available on the market. Question: Has the entire Nimesulide drug been banned?
Answer: No. Only oral medications with doses greater than 100 mg have been banned. Medications up to 100 mg can be prescribed on a doctor’s advice. Question: What impact will this have on ordinary patients?
Answer: Pain medications from some major companies (such as Cipla) may be removed from pharmacies. Patients will now be given alternative painkillers. It will become more difficult to obtain medication without a doctor’s prescription. Question: Can I use a previously purchased medication?
Answer: If the medication is more than 100 mg, do not use it without consulting a doctor. It is better to use an alternative medication. Question: What will be available for pain and fever now?
Answer: Doctors can prescribe paracetamol, ibuprofen, or other medications as needed. Question: What impact will this have on children?
Answer: Nimesulide was already banned for children. Therefore, it won’t make much difference. Question: Impact on medical stores and pharmaceutical companies?
Answer: Pharmacies will have to remove their stock. Companies will have to stop production. Violations could lead to legal action. Nimesulide was banned for animal use 11 months ago. On February 20, 2025, the government issued a notification banning the sale of the drug. However, all forms of Nimesulide have been banned for animals, while only high doses have been banned for humans. ———————- Read this news too… 53 medicines, including paracetamol, failed quality tests: These include vitamins, sugar, and blood pressure medications. Fifty-three medicines, including paracetamol, have failed quality tests. These include vitamins, sugar, and blood pressure medications, as well as antibiotics. The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), the country’s largest drug regulatory body, has released the list. Read the full news…
