Askalide
Askalide Products are primarily used for
Fever, Pain relief
About Askalide Products
Askalide Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Askalide are Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Increased liver enzymes.
How Askalide Products work
Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Patient Concerns about Askalide Products
Frequently asked questions about Askalide Products
Frequently asked questions about Nimesulide
Q. Can I increase or decrease the dose of my child’s medicine by myself?
No, it is not recommended to alter the dose of the medicine without consulting a doctor. While increasing the dose without proper judgment may lead to toxicity, decreasing it may cause recurrence of symptoms. So, for best results, speak to your child’s doctor if you feel a change in dose may be needed.
Q. How much Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension should I give to my child?
Your doctor will prescribe the dose according to your child’s condition and body weight. Stick to the prescribed dosing schedule as that is the best way to ensure the safe and complete recovery of your child.
Q. Is it safe to give Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension to my child for more than two weeks?
Prolong intake of Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension can lead to increased secretion of acid in the stomach. These increased acid levels can result in ulcer formations which eventually can lead to gastrointestinal bleeding. Therefore, it is advised to use Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension in its lowest effective dose for the shortest duration of time. Consult your doctor if not sure.
Q. How should Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension be stored?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
Q. Can all children be given the same dose of Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension?
No. Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension cannot be given to everyone in the same dose. The doctor decides the appropriate dose of Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension based on the child’s age and body weight.
Q. When will my child feel better?
You may be required to give Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension to your child for a few days to weeks, depending upon the severity of the infection. If your child continues to feel unwell even after completion of the full prescribed course of the medicine, consult your child’s doctor as soon as possible.
Q. Are there any serious side effects of this medicine for my child?
Although Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is well-tolerated by children, if you notice your child experiencing any intolerable episodes like persistent vomiting, body swelling, hepatotoxicity, decreased urine frequency, or serious allergic reaction, rush to your doctor on an immediate basis.
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension an antibiotic?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension with paracetamol?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension contain aspirin?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension safe?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension for headache?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Q. Does Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension contain sulphur?
No, Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension does not contain sulphur.
Q. What does Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension treat or used for?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension with ibuprofen?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension with aspirin?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension safe?
Yes, Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension banned?
No, Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is not banned in India.
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension safe in pregnancy?
No, Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension safe in asthma?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension an antibiotic?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension with paracetamol?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension contain aspirin?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension safe?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension for headache?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Q. Does Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension contain sulphur?
No, Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension does not contain sulphur.
Q. What does Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension treat or used for?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension with ibuprofen?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension with aspirin?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension banned?
No, Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is not banned in India. However, as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is banned for children under 12 years of age
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension safe in pregnancy?
No, Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Q. Is Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension safe in asthma?
Askalide 50mg Oral Suspension 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.