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Nabumetone
How Nabumetone works
Nabumetone is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (redness and swelling), fever and pain.
Side Effects
Abdominal pain, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Epigastric pain, Flatulence, Nausea, Vomiting, Indigestion
Usage
Nabumetone is used in pain relief
It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I take Nabumetone for a headache/ toothache/back pain/ menstrual cramps/gout?Nabumetone mainly used to treat pain, tenderness, stiffness and swelling in the joints caused due to inflammatory conditions of the joints such as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
Q. Can I take nabumetone with Tylenol (paracetamol)/ aleve (naproxen)/ tramadol/ ibuprofen/ oxycodone/ Vicodine (paracetamol with hydrocodone) / percocet (paracetamol with oxycodone)?Nabumetone should not be taken with other NSAIDs and pain killers such as Tylenol (paracetamol)/ aleve (naproxen)/ tramadol/ ibuprofen/ oxycodone/ Vicodine (paracetamol with hydrocodone) / percocet (paracetamol with oxycodone)as it increases the risk of severe gastrointestinal bleeding and other adverse effects. Please follow your doctor's advice
Q. Does Nabumetone contain acetaminophen?No, Nabumetone and acetaminophen are two different medicines
Q. Does Nabumetone have aspirin in it?No, Nabumetone does not contain aspirin
Q. Does Nabumetone make you sleepy/ drowzy?Nabumetone may cause difficulty in sleeping or may make you feel sleepy
Q. Does Nabumetone raise blood pressure?Yes, increase in blood pressure is a known side effect of Nabumetone
Q. Does Nabumetone cause weight gain?Nabumetone has no known effects on weight gain.
