Rampant use of Nimesulide in Pakistan, a drug associated with hepatotoxicity
Madam, Nimesulide is a drug very commonly used in Pakistan. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with selectivity for cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) (1). Nimesulide is used as an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic (2). This drug which was first introduced in Italy, has been s...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Pakistan Medical Association
2023-07-01
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Series: | Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association |
Online Access: | https://www.ojs.jpma.org.pk/index.php/public_html/article/view/8248 |