New Delhi, Dec. 31 -- A year after banning Nimesulide for use in animals, the Health Ministry on Monday prohibited the controversial drug for humans in doses above 100 mg, citing safety concerns.
Nimesulide is a commonly prescribed painkiller and fever-relieving medicine in India, which may pose health risks when consumed in higher doses, said the health officials.
In an official order dated December 29, the government placed strict curbs on the manufacture, sale, and distribution of the higher doses of the contested medicine with immediate effect.
Expanding on the type and strength of medicines that comes under the ban the Ministry on Wednesday clarified that "only Oral formulations above 100 mg in immediate release form are banned." Wh...