Meftal 250Mg Tablet

Meftal tablet is prescribed to women for the treatment of menstrual pain. The drug works best on moderate to mild pain. Take the drug as per the directions given by your doctor. Known to be an NSAID, the drug blocks the action of substances that cause inflammation in the body. This drug only treats inflammation and discomfort, not the disease that results in such symptoms.

Doctors do not advice the use of this medication if you allergic to any component present in it. It is also not safe for consumption in patients who have just had a bypass operation or suffer from kidney issues, stomach problems and ulcers. Women who are in their late stages of pregnancy are also not prescribed this drug.

• Acute Pain

• Dysmenorrhea

• Allergy

• Other Allergic Conditions

• Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (Cabg)

• Diarrhoea

• Constipation

• Bloating

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Blurred Vision

• Weight Gain

• Shortness Of Breath

• Peeling And Blistering Of Skin

• Fast Heartbeat

• Difficulty In Swallowing

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4-6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed within 20-30 minutes of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless potential benefits outweigh the risks associated. Contact your doctor before using this medicine. It should not be used during the third trimester of pregnancy.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Use of this medicine in breastfeeding women is not recommended as the amount passing through the milk and its effect on the infant is unknown. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative in such cases.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Meftal 250Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Meflup 250Mg Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Almefkem 250Mg Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Ponstan 250Mg Tablet

  Pfizer Ltd

• Meflup Forte 250Mg Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

It blocks the action of Cyclooxygenase (COX) which is involved in the production of Prostaglandins. Your body produces prostaglandins as a retort to certain diseases and injury.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Ethanol

  Avoid or limit the uptake of alcohol while using this medicine. Contact your doctor immediately if blood is observed in the stool, cough, or vomit.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Diazo test for urinary bile

  Report the use of this medicine before undergoing the diazo test for determination of urinary bile content. This medicine can potentially yield a false positive result.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication interacts with Glimepiride, Methotrexate, Propranolol and others.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication interacts with Fluid Retention and edema, Gastrointestinal toxicity, Asthma and others.

• Ques : What is Meftal 250Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Meftal has Mefenamic acid as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain, and redness and swelling.

• Ques : What are the uses of Meftal 250Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Meftal is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Acute Pain and Dysmenorrhea.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Meftal 250Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include Diarrhea, Constipation, Bloating, Headache, Dizziness, Ringing or buzzing in the ears, Blurred vision, Weight gain, Shortness of breath, Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet , Peeling and blistering of skin, Fast heartbeat, Unusual bleeding or bruising, Yellow colored eyes or skin, Difficult or painful urination, Bloody and Cloudy urine, and Excessive tiredness.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Meftal 250Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Meftal should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.