MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL belongs to a group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) used for the treatment of pain, inflammation, migraine headache, period pain, heavy bleeding during periods, muscle pain, tooth pain, joint pain, pain after surgery, ear pain, fever, flu, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body.
MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL contains two drugs, Mefenamic acid and Paracetamol. MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL blocks the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes other chemical prostaglandins. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced. This helps reduce mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.
You are advised to take MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, heartburn, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol with MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL as it could lead to increased dizziness and may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Pain, inflammation, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL contains two Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), Mefenamic acid and Paracetamol. MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL is used to treat pain, inflammation, migraine headache, period pain, heavy bleeding during periods, muscle pain, tooth pain, joint pain, pain after surgery, ear pain, fever, flu, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL blocks the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes another chemical, prostaglandin. Prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced. This helps reduce mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.
Do not take MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have severe heart, kidney or liver failure; or if you have suffered bleeding problems such as bleeding from the stomach or bowels while taking painkillers or if you have peptic ulcers or inflammatory bowel disease. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart problems, high cholesterol, dehydration, asthma, gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration, perforation of the stomach and intestine, or liver and kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Stop taking MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL and consult your doctor immediately if you have stomach pain or any signs of bleeding in the intestine or stomach, such as blood in stools. Do not take any other NSAIDs for pain relief along with MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL unless prescribed by the doctor.
Drug-Drug Interactions: MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL may interact 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), steroid medication (mifepristone), anti-emetic (metoclopramide, domperidone), anti-cancer (imatinib), and bile acid sequestrants (cholestyramine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL as it might cause increased dizziness and risk of stomach bleeding.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have peptic ulcers, bleeding disorders, asthma, fluid retention, gastrointestinal toxicity, rash, renal toxicity, thrombosis, anaemia, heart failure, liver toxicity, high blood pressure, platelet aggregation inhibition, or hyperkalemia (high potassium levels).
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL as it may cause increased dizziness. It can also increase the risk of stomach bleeding.
Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Please consult your doctor before taking MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL; your doctor will decide whether MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have liver problems or any concerns regarding this.
Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney problems or any concerns regarding this.
Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe the dose and duration based on your child's condition.
Pain: Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain may be dull or sharp; it might be constant or may come and go. The tolerance level of pain might vary from person to person. Pain can be generalised (overall body aches) or localized (affecting a specific area of the body). The common causes of pain include headache, muscle strain, cramps, cuts, bone fractures, and arthritis.
Osteoarthritis: It is a joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering called cartilage. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, inflammation and tenderness.
Rheumatoid arthritis: It is an auto-immune disease (the body's immune system attacks its tissue), leading to joint pain and damage. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include pain, swelling, stiffness, deformities and loss of joint function.
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