Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K
About Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K
Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K is a medicine prescribed to manage heavy menstrual bleeding accompanied by painful muscle cramps. It combines three key therapeutic components to help control excessive blood loss during your monthly cycle while relieving severe pelvic discomfort. By targeting both the bleeding volume and the biological triggers of menstrual pain, this medication helps you manage difficult periods safely and effectively.
This medicine is taken only during the days of your menstrual period, exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. For consistent relief, it is best taken at regular intervals during your bleeding days. You should always take this medicine with food or immediately after a meal to protect your stomach from irritation.
Incorporating iron-rich foods and staying well-hydrated during this time can also support your recovery.While taking Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K, some people may experience mild side effects like nausea, stomach upset, or mild diarrhoea. Most of these temporary symptoms go away on their own, but you must consult your doctor immediately if you experience severe symptoms like vision changes, sudden leg pain, or difficulty breathing.
Your safety is paramount, and monitoring how your body responds is an essential part of your treatment.Before you start taking this medicine, talk to your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease, blood clotting problems, or stomach ulcers. Do not take this if you have active blood clots, severe kidney damage, or a known allergy to pain relievers. Your doctor will evaluate your health history to ensure this treatment is safe for you.
This medicine can interact with other treatments, including blood thinners, certain birth control pills, and other pain medicines. Combining it with alcohol can increase your risk of stomach bleeding, so it is highly recommended to avoid drinking during your treatment. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
Uses of Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K
Medicinal Benefits
Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K helps reduce excessive menstrual bleeding while easing menstrual discomfort. Its benefits include:
- Reduces Heavy Menstrual Bleeding: Helps decrease excessive menstrual blood loss, making periods more manageable.
- Relieves Menstrual Pain: Helps reduce uterine cramps and pelvic discomfort associated with menstruation.
- Supports Daily Activities: By controlling heavy bleeding and pain, it helps you carry out your usual routine with greater comfort.
- Helps Maintain Well-Being: Reducing excessive menstrual blood loss may help lower the risk of fatigue associated with heavy periods.
- Provides Combined Symptom Relief: Combines medicines with complementary actions to manage both heavy bleeding and menstrual pain in a single treatment.
Directions for Use
- Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K can be taken with food to avoid stomach upset, or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
- Swallow Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not chew, crush, or break it.
Storage
Side Effects of Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K
Common Side Effects (Usually mild)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Upset stomach, indigestion, or heartburn
- Mild diarrhoea
- Headache or mild dizziness
Serious Side Effects (Consult your doctor right away)
- Signs of an allergic reaction, such as a severe skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, or throat, and difficulty breathing
- Changes in your vision, especially trouble distinguishing colours
- Signs of a blood clot, including sudden pain, warmth, or swelling in one leg, chest pain, or sudden shortness of breath
- Severe, persistent stomach pain or black, sticky stools
Drug Warnings
- Inspect the Tablets Before Use: Do not take the medicine if the packaging is damaged or if the tablets appear chipped, discoloured, damp, or otherwise deteriorated.
- Take Only During Your Period: Start taking Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K only after menstrual bleeding begins and use it for the duration recommended by your doctor.
- Avoid Taking Additional NSAIDs: Do not take other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, naproxen, or aspirin, unless your doctor advises you to do so.
- Watch for Signs of Blood Clots or Vision Changes: Seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden vision changes, chest pain, shortness of breath, or unexplained pain or swelling in your legs.
- Limit Alcohol Intake: Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K, as it may increase the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding.
Drug Interactions
- Blood thinners (such as warfarin or heparin): Taking these with this medicine may interfere with how it controls bleeding or increase the risk of stomach irritation.
- Estrogen-containing contraceptives: Combining these birth control options with this medicine may increase the risk of developing blood clots.
- Other NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen or naproxen): Taking these together increases the risk of stomach ulcers and severe stomach bleeding.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionConsumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, difficulty in concentrating, very low blood pressure, severe gastrointestinal bleeding, etc.
Pregnancy
cautionMefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on the clinical condition.
Breast Feeding
cautionMefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on the clinical condition.
Driving
cautionMefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K should not be used in driving if it impairs your mental ability.
Liver
cautionMefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
cautionMefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
unsafeMefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K is not recommended for use in children less than 14 years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat iron-rich foods: Heavy bleeding can deplete your iron levels. Include foods like spinach, beans, lentils, poultry, and fortified cereals in your diet to help prevent anaemia.
- Stay well-hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout your period to maintain your blood volume and prevent fatigue.
- Apply gentle heat: Placing a warm compress or heating pad on your lower abdomen can help relax your uterine muscles and reduce cramping.
- Avoid triggers: Limit your intake of caffeine and alcohol during your period, as they can sometimes worsen cramping and dehydration.
Special Advise
- Do not stop Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K suddenly, please consult your doctor immediately.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bleeding: Bleeding (haemorrhage) is the loss of blood. It can be external, or outside the body, like when you get a cut or wound. It can also be internal, or inside the body, like when you have an injury to an internal organ. Some bleeding, such as gastrointestinal bleeding, coughing up blood, or vaginal bleeding, can be a symptom of a disease.
FAQs
Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K is used to prevent bleeding.
Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K is composed of three medicines namely: mefenamic acid, tranexamic acid and vitamin K.  Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K which reduces excessive bleeding and pain. Mefenamic acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Tranexamic acid is an anti-fibrinolytic. It works by helping blood clot normally to reduce bleeding during periods, or after surgery. Vitamin K is also a blood-clotting vitamin that controls excessive bleeding.
Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K causes common side effects like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, loss of appetite, diarrhoea, indigestion, headache, tiredness, anaemia (low number of red blood cells), sinus inflammation, sinus pain, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain. If these side effects persist please consult your doctor immediately.
Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K should not be stopped suddenly. Inform your doctor before taking Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K.
Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K used with caution with liver disease, heart disease, or gastric ulcers/bleeding problems, asthma, clotting disorders, ophthalmic disorders, subarachnoid haemorrhage, and skin allergy.
Mefenamic Acid+tranexamic Acid+vitamin K is not recommended for use in women who are using hormonal contraceptives (pills, patches, vaginal rings, or injections) due to the increased risk of serious adverse effect.
No, this medicine is not meant for daily, continuous use. It should only be taken during the days of your menstrual cycle when you experience heavy bleeding and pain, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure when to start or stop.
No, it does not stop your period completely. Instead, it safely reduces the heavy volume of blood loss and relieves pain, making your cycle more manageable. Talk to your doctor if your bleeding patterns change unexpectedly.
If you are planning a pregnancy, discuss this with your healthcare provider. The mefenamic acid component may temporarily affect ovulation in some women, and this medicine may not be suitable during pregnancy. Your doctor will advise you on the best treatment option.
Taking this medicine with or immediately after food helps protect your stomach lining from irritation, reducing the risk of side effects like nausea, heartburn, or stomachache. Talk to your doctor if you experience persistent stomach discomfort.
Because one of the active ingredients helps control bleeding by supporting clot stability, there is a small, serious risk of blood clots, especially in people with pre-existing risk factors. Talk to your doctor to see if this medicine is safe for you.
You should avoid taking ibuprofen or other NSAIDs with this medicine because it already contains an NSAID, and combining them increases the risk of stomach ulcers. Paracetamol may be used in some cases, but you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
If your menstrual bleeding does not improve after a few days of starting this medicine, do not increase your dose on your own. Stop taking the medicine and talk to your doctor right away to investigate other potential causes.
It is highly recommended to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. Alcohol can irritate your stomach lining, and when combined with this medication, it significantly increases the risk of stomach bleeding and ulcers. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have concerns.
