Anhydramnios and maternal thrombocytopenia after prolonged use of nimesulide

Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2003 May 1;108(1):97-8. doi: 10.1016/s0301-2115(02)00343-3.

Abstract

Prostaglandin synthesis inhibition have been proposed as an effective alternative to prevent preterm labour. This case report shows a pregnancy with anhydramnios and maternal thrombocytopenia, as side effects of the nimesulide therapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors / adverse effects*
  • Female
  • Gestational Age
  • Humans
  • Obstetric Labor, Premature / prevention & control
  • Oligohydramnios / chemically induced*
  • Pregnancy
  • Sulfonamides / adverse effects*
  • Thrombocytopenia / chemically induced*

Substances

  • Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
  • Sulfonamides
  • nimesulide