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Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension Substitute

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Composition:

MEFENAMIC ACID-100MG/5ML

Uses:

Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension is used to relieve pain and inflammation in various conditions. The detailed uses of Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension are as follows: <br/>• Treatment of menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea): Provides effective relief from lower abdominal cramps and discomfort during menstruation.<br/>• Management of mild to moderate pain: Used to treat headaches, joint pain, and muscular aches.<br/>• Relief from arthritis-related pain: Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension helps manage pain and inflammation in conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.<br/>• Fever reduction: Reduces body temperature in mild to moderate fevers.<br/>• Post-operative pain management: Reduces pain and inflammation after surgical operations or childbirth.<br/>• Support in inflammatory conditions: Reduces swelling, redness, and discomfort in various musculoskeletal disorders.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal, rheumatic, arthritic disorders, headaches, trauma, dental pain, and pain after surgery or childbirth. Additionally, Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension is used to relieve period pain, symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and management of excessively heavy periods. Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger in your body, known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes, which make another chemical, prostaglandins. These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.

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Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension is used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with muscular, rheumatic, and arthritic disorders, headache, trauma, dental pain, and pain after surgery or childbirth. Additionally, it is used to relieve period pain and premenstrual syndrome symptoms (PMS) and manage excessively heavy periods.

Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension works by blocking the chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation. Thereby, Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension provides relief from pain and inflammation.

Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension is generally prescribed for short-term use. Do not take Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension for longer durations as it might increase the risk of heart problems and stomach bleeding.

Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension is used to relieve menstrual (period) pain, symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and management of excessively heavy periods. Take only as prescribed by the doctor.

Avoid taking Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension if you have stomach ulcers. Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension might increase the risk of stomach ulcers, perforation of the stomach and intestinal bleeding with higher doses.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension. Drink plenty of fluids and eat food rich in fibre. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive diarrhoea or if you find blood in stools.

It is considered harmful for patients with severe kidney problems and those experiencing active intravascular clotting, which obstructs blood flow due to blood clots.

Store Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension at room temperature, away from sunlight. Keep the Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension out of reach of children.

No, Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension doesn’t act as a contraceptive; it is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and inflammation.

Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension should be taken only as it is prescribed by the doctor. Do not self-medicate and do not recommend Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension to others with the same condition.

Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension is not recommended during pregnancy unless advised by the doctor. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, please consult a doctor.

If the dose of Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension is missed, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking the regular dose. Avoid taking a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Mefalth 100mg/5ml Suspension is used for a short time, not more than 3-5 days of your menstrual cycle. However, the duration for your use will be advised by the doctor. Do not self-medicate.