Novalgin is often prescribed in Germany for pain relief. However, in some countries it is banned – due to rare but serious side effects. Do doctors in this country misjudge the risk?
In Germany it is often prescribed; it is banned in the US, Switzerland and other countries. The painkiller Metamizol (also known as Novalgin or Novaminsulfon) is considered controversial among doctors. The reason for this is the serious, albeit rare, side effects that can lead to death.