Patient's question:
Doctor. I've been feeling severe joint pain recently. At first, I didn't pay much attention, thinking it was just from overexertion. But now it's affecting my ability to walk. After a thorough examination at the hospital, I was diagnosed with arthritis. The doctor prescribed some medication for me, but I have high blood pressure. I'd like to know if I can take nimesulide with high blood pressure.Doctor's answer:
It is acceptable to take nimesulide during high blood pressure. This medication can effectively relieve joint pain because, as an antipyretic and analgesic, it has little impact on high blood pressure. However, nimesulide can affect the liver and kidneys, and it also causes significant irritation to the stomach. If you use it, try to carefully monitor for any recurrence of stomach discomfort or other symptoms. It is important to take it at least one hour apart from antihypertensive medications.