Review the side-effects of Nabumetone as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Diarrhea, dyspepsia, and abdominal pain.
Gastrointestinal- Gastritis, gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeding, Constipation, flatulence, nausea, , dry mouth, difficulty in swallowing , mouth ulcer, vomiting, altered appetite, liver function abnormalities including liver failure.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, headache, fatigue, increased sweating, sleeplessness, nervousness, drowsiness, weakness, agitation, anxiety, confusion, depression, tingling, tremor, fainting.
Skin- Mild to severe allergic reactions, increased sensitivity to light.
Heart- Inflammation of blood vessels. It could increase the incidence of heart attack and stroke.
Respiratory- Difficulty in breathing, lung inflammation.
Genitourinary- Decrease in kidney function, , kidney failure, vaginal bleeding.
Eye and ENT- Ringing in the ear, abnormal vision.
Blood- Decrease in platelets.
Metabolic- Weight gain.
Miscellaneous- Swelling of the leg.
Hypersensitivity- Serious allergic reactions which lead to death.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Diarrhea, dyspepsia, and abdominal pain.
Gastrointestinal- Gastritis, gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeding, Constipation, flatulence, nausea, , dry mouth, difficulty in swallowing , mouth ulcer, vomiting, altered appetite, liver function abnormalities including liver failure.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, headache, fatigue, increased sweating, sleeplessness, nervousness, drowsiness, weakness, agitation, anxiety, confusion, depression, tingling, tremor, fainting.
Skin- Mild to severe allergic reactions, increased sensitivity to light.
Heart- Inflammation of blood vessels. It could increase the incidence of heart attack and stroke.
Respiratory- Difficulty in breathing, lung inflammation.
Genitourinary- Decrease in kidney function, , kidney failure, vaginal bleeding.
Eye and ENT- Ringing in the ear, abnormal vision.
Blood- Decrease in platelets.
Metabolic- Weight gain.
Miscellaneous- Swelling of the leg.
Hypersensitivity- Serious allergic reactions which lead to death.
Other Precautions :
Do not take aspirin while using this medication.Drug Name : Nabumetone
Nabumetone(Relafen) generic is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent(NSAIA), used to treat pain and inflammation associated with muscle, bone and joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It works by stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain, fever, and inflammation.Trade Names for Nabumetone
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