PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY

Nimesulide Ban Status in India

Regulatory Status: Subject to Nationwide Restrictions

Children Under 12

Manufacture, sale, and distribution strictly prohibited. This age group is highly susceptible to Nimesulide-induced hepatotoxicity (severe liver damage).

High-Dose Formulations

All oral formulations containing more than 100 mg of Nimesulide are prohibited with immediate effect due to increased health risks.

Veterinary Use

Officially banned nationwide to prevent lethal renal failure in endangered vultures that scavenge on treated livestock carcasses.