**9.4.3 Nimesulide**

Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent. After first positive experience (Piraccini e al 1994) it was given to 13 patients with pustular nail psoriasis of whom 4 responded well to twice daily 100 mg. All these 4 responders relapsed after withdrawal of the drug (Piraccini et al 2001). It was judged as not being superior to other drugs.
