PRODUCT DETAILS

About Meftal-P Suspension

MEFENAMIC ACID belongs to a group of NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug) medicines used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with muscular, rheumatic, arthritic disorders, headache, trauma, dental pain, and pain after surgery or childbirth. Additionally, MEFENAMIC ACID is used to relieve period pain, premenstrual syndrome symptoms (PMS), and management of excessively heavy periods.

Uses of Meftal-P Suspension

Pain and inflammation

Medicinal Benefits of Meftal-P Suspension

MEFENAMIC ACID belongs to a group of medicines called NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug) used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with muscular, rheumatic, arthritic disorders, headache, trauma, dental pain, and pain after surgery or childbirth. Additionally, MEFENAMIC ACID is used to relieve period pain, symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and management of excessively heavy periods. MEFENAMIC ACID works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger in your body, known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that make another chemical 'prostaglandins' (PG). These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser PGs are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. 

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or break the tablet/capsule. Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose/quantity using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.

Side Effects of Meftal-P Suspension

• Abdominal pain 
• Nausea 
• Vomiting 
• Diarrhoea 
• Indigestion
  • Heartburn

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take MEFENAMIC ACID if you are allergic to MEFENAMIC ACID, have severe heart, kidney or liver failure, and have suffered bleeding problems such as bleeding from stomach or bowels while taking any pain killers or having peptic ulcers or inflammatory bowel disease. MEFENAMIC ACID can increase the risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of stomach and intestines. Inform your doctor before taking MEFENAMIC ACID if you have high blood pressure, heart problems, high cholesterol, dehydration, asthma, liver and kidney problems. Do not take MEFENAMIC ACID if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. MEFENAMIC ACID may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. MEFENAMIC ACID should not be given to children as the safety have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol and MEFENAMIC ACID as it could lead to increased drowsiness and increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Stop taking MEFENAMIC ACID and consult your doctor immediately if you have stomach pain or any signs of bleeding in intestine or stomach such as blood in stools. Do not take any other NSAID's for pain relief along with MEFENAMIC ACID unless prescribed by the doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

MEFENAMIC ACID may have interaction with pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen, celecoxib, diclofenac, naproxen), anti-gout (probenecid), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine, tacrolimus), anticoagulants (warfarin, heparin), anti-rheumatoid (methotrexate), anti-HIV (zidovudine), anti-depressant (duloxetine, lithium, fluoxetine, sertraline), and steroid medication (mifepristone).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

MEFENAMIC ACID may have interactions with peptic ulcers, bleeding disorders, asthma, fluid retention, gastrointestinal toxicity, rash, renal toxicity, thrombosis, anaemia, heart failure, liver toxicity, high blood pressure, platelet aggregation inhibition, and hyperkalemia (high potassium levels)

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking MEFENAMIC ACID as it may increase drowsiness. It can also increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

PREGNANCY

• MEFENAMIC ACID belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor before taking MEFENAMIC ACID if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

• MEFENAMIC ACID may pass into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking MEFENAMIC ACID if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

• MEFENAMIC ACID may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

LIVER

• Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

KIDNEY

• Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this