Introduction

Nabu 500 is a pain relieving medicine. It effectively alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.\n\nNabu 500 should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke.\n\nVomiting, stomach pain, nausea and indigestion are some of the common side effects that might be observed on taking this medicine. It may also cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.

Uses of Nabu 500

Pain relief

Side effects of Nabu 500

Vomiting
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Heartburn

How to use Nabu 500

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nabu 500 is to be taken with food.

How Nabu 500 works

Nabu 500 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).

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Nabu 500 to relieve pain and inflammation.
Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Nabu 500 as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nabu 500.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Nabu 500 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Nabu 500 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Nabu 500 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.\nAs may feel dizzy, tired, have problems with your vision or have headaches after taking Nabu 500 and this may affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Nabu 500 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nabu 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nKidney function tests and some other blood tests may advised when you will start with this therapy and then at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.
CAUTION – Liver: Nabu 500 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nabu 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Nabu 500 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.