Somee Tablet

Somee tablet contains a combination of nimesulide and paracetamol as the active ingredient. It is helpful and used to relieve pain in conditions like headache, toothache, painful menses, joint pain and muscle ache. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor.

It should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach and discomfort such as nausea, vomiting and stomach ulcers. Do not administer to children below 12 years of age. Long term use of this medicine may lead to serious liver damage.

Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any liver, kidney or stomach ulcers, high blood pressure and heart diseases. Please discuss all your health issues with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

• Taking more than the recommended dose of this medicine may cause severe liver damage. Also taking this medicine for a longer period of time may affect your liver adversely.
• Other symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach discomforts, stomach bleed, skin rash, fever and chills.
• In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit your nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

• If you have missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
• Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
• Make sure there is a sufficient gap between the two doses.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Prostaglandins are some chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, pain, swelling and fever.
• This medicine blocks the production of these prostaglandins, thus temporarily controlling fever or pain.
• It acts on the area of the brain which is responsible for controlling the temperature. Thus, it helps in controlling the fever.

Directions for Use

This medicine should be consumed as a whole with a sufficient amount of water and should be taken after food. Take it for a short duration of time. Prolonged use of this medicine is not recommended. Do not consume if this medicine has passed its expiry date

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Somee tablet during pregnancy?

This medicine should not be used if you are in the last three months of your pregnancy. Also, if you are a woman planning to conceive, this medicine can hamper your fertility. Hence, it should be avoided by such women. If taken during pregnancy, it can damage the heart or kidney of the foetus or delay your delivery.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Somee tablet while breastfeeding?

It is not advised to use this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Somee tablet?

You may experience drowsiness and sleepiness after taking this medicine. Thus, it is advised not to drive after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Somee tablet?

It is advisable to avoid the consumption of alcohol during the treatment, as it may worsen your liver problems. If you are regularly drinking, then do not take this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience loss of appetite, nausea, stomach pain and weakness. These could be signs of serious liver damage.
• You develop black tarry stools or vomit blood, immediately stop the medicine.
• You are elderly, the chances of the side effects increases.
• You are suffering from any liver or kidney or heart diseases.
• You have a history of stomach or intestine ulcers.
• You are expected to go through any upcoming surgery.
• Taking this medicine for long is not advised as it can increase the risk of heart disease or stomach bleeds.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to paracetamol, nimesulide, other anti-inflammatory medicines (aspirin) or any of the ingredient of this medicine.
• If you have a history of liver damage induced by anti-inflammatory medicines like (Nimesulide).
• If you have an existing or history of stomach bleeding, ulcer and inflammation of stomach lining.
• If you have problems related to blood clotting and bleeding disorders.
• If you have an impaired liver or kidney function.
• If you have a serious heart failure problem.
• If you are an alcoholic or a drug addict.
• Children below12 years of age.
• If you are suffering from symptoms of flu-like fever, chills and shivering.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loose stools
• Stomach or intestine ulcers
• Redness of skin
• Allergic symptoms like breathlessness, swelling of face and lips, eyes

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• You may experience stomach bleeding and ulcers if used along with steroids.
• This medicine may interfere with the working of blood thinners like Warfarin.
• Do not take this medicine along with vomiting medicines like Domperidone and Metoclopramide.
• Medicines used to treat high blood pressure like a water pill and ‎captopril.
• Medicines used for mental problems like Lithium, Phenytoin and Phenobarbital.
• Medicines used to treat a certain type of cancer or arthritis-like Methotrexate.
• Medicines used to modify the immune system during organ transplant like cyclosporin.
• Medicines used to treat gout like probenecid.
• Medicines used to treat infections like Chloramphenicol and Rifampicin.

Storage and disposal

Storage and disposal

• Store it in a cool and dry place and protected from moisture.
• Keep it out of reach of the children and pets.
• Dispose of any medicine that is expired. Follow the medical waste disposal guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take this medicine for six months?

No, prolonged use of this medicine can be detrimental to your health. The use of this medicine is meant only for short relief of pain. Do not use it for more than 15 days. Using this medicine for a prolonged period may result in stomach and intestine ulcers and an increased risk of liver damage.

My child has a toothache, can I give Somee tablet to him?

This medicine is not recommended in children below 12 years of age. Please consult your child's doctor for a better opinion. Do not self-medicate.

I have high blood pressure since 4 years, can I take this medicine?

This medicine should be used with caution by those who are suffering from high blood pressure as there is a chance of increased side effects. Please do not take any medicine without consulting your doctor.

What are the dietary tips that I need to follow while I am taking Somee tablet?

Somee tablet can make you feel nauseatic and sense of vomiting, thus take it preferably after food. Do not consume alcohol while taking this medicine as it may worsen your condition. Do not eat fried, oily and spicy food while you are taking this medicine. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking a lot of water and fluids.

Can I take Somee tablet to ease my menstrual pain?

Yes, Somee tablet can help relieve your menstrual pain. Please do not self-medicate. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Can I take the Somee tablet for a cold?

Somee tablet does not provide relief from cold conditions. This medicine will only provide relief from headaches due to cold. As this medicine is a painkiller.