SALE OF NIMESULIDE
Nimesulide has not
been banned in almost all countries. The use of Nimesulide is
reported to have been suspended only in Spain, Turkey and Finland.
Nimisulide, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), is
reported to be used in about 50 countries including India and
is indicated for acute pain/inflammation and fever. In India,
the drug was approved in 1995, and it is a prescription drug.
A detailed examination
has been undertaken by an Expert Committee (Sub-Committee) of
Drug Technical Advisory Board to deliberate on the issues concerning
the safety of Nimesulide, including its use in children. More
than 20 expert Paediatricians across the country and the Indian
Academy of Paediatrics (IAP) were consulted. Majority of experts
have confirmed the reliability of Nimesulide and no serious adverse
reaction in children have been reported in the country.
This information
was given by Dr. Chhattra Pal Singh, Minister of State for Chemicals
and Fertilizers in a written reply to a question by Shri Ramanaidu
Duggubati in Lok Sabha today.
