Category Health

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Are Cold Labour Rooms Slowing Deliveries?

Mother holding newborn skin to skin in a warm hospital labour room after delivery

A Pharmacist Explains Why Warmth Matters More Than We Think In many hospitals across Pakistan, labour rooms and operation theatres are kept heavily air conditioned. For healthcare staff, this may feel routine. However, for labouring women, the experience can be…

Nimesulide and Hepatotoxicity (Why This “Safe” NSAID Is Restricted or Banned in Many Countries)

Nimesulide tablets and liver health awareness

Nimesulide, a commonly used NSAID, was once promoted as a stomach-friendly pain reliever. However, reports of unpredictable liver toxicity have led to its restriction or ban in many countries. Unlike other NSAIDs, liver injury from nimesulide can occur suddenly, even at standard doses, making monitoring unreliable. Safer alternatives like paracetamol, ibuprofen, and naproxen are preferred. This article explains why regulators worldwide limit nimesulide use, the risks involved, and practical guidance for safer pain management.