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Nimesulide and renal impairment.

R Leone1, A Conforti, E Ghiotto

  • 1Clinical Pharmacology Unit, Institute of Pharmacology, Policlinico B.go Roma, University of Verona, Italy. leone@farma.univr.it

European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology
|May 21, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Nimesulide, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, has been linked to renal adverse reactions in spontaneous reports. Healthcare providers should monitor for kidney impairment signs during nimesulide therapy.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacovigilance
  • Nephrology
  • Drug Safety

Background:

  • Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with selective cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibition.
  • Spontaneous reporting systems are crucial for detecting post-marketing adverse drug reactions.
  • Renal adverse events are a potential concern with NSAID use.

Observation:

  • A review of spontaneous reports from the Veneto Pharmacovigilance System (1988-1997) identified cases of renal adverse reactions associated with oral nimesulide.
  • Eleven reports specifically detailed suspected renal adverse events.
  • In most cases, nimesulide was taken for a short duration, and patients required discontinuation of the drug, with some necessitating hospitalization.

Findings:

  • The analysis revealed a signal for renal adverse reactions linked to nimesulide use.

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  • Co-existing risk factors were identified in some of the reported cases.
  • The findings highlight the need for vigilance regarding potential kidney damage.

    • Implications:

    • These findings underscore the importance of recognizing early signs of renal impairment in patients using nimesulide.
    • Further epidemiological studies are needed to fully elucidate the extent of nimesulide's renal toxicity.
    • Clinicians and patients should be aware of the potential renal risks associated with nimesulide therapy.