Paracetamol +Mefenamic Acid Tablets

Paracetamol +Mefenamic Acid Tablets

Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol is utilized to treat pain, inflammation, migraine headache, menstrual pain, menorrhagia, musculoskeletal pain, toothache, joint ache, post-surgery pain, pain in ears, fever, flu, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Pain is an illness-caused symptom caused by the nervous system that provides disagreeable body feelings.

Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol has two medications, Mefenamic acid and Paracetamol. Mefenamic Acid+paracetamol prevents the action of a chemical messenger called cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme which creates other chemical prostaglandins. With the prevention of the action of COX enzymes, the prostaglandins are synthesized less. It helps in controlling mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged location.

Benefits:

• Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol inhibits the action of a chemical messenger called cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that converts another chemical called prostaglandin.
• This serves to decrease slightly to moderate pain and inflammation in the damaged or hurt area.
• It reduces fever by altering the body thermostat in the brain.
• It reduces inflammation and uterine contractions.

Uses:

• Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol is used for the relief of pain and fever. 
• It alleviates pain and inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and menstrual cramps. 
• It is also employed to relieve mild to moderate pain.

Direction to use:

• Read all the instructions carefully before taking this medicine.
• Gulp the tablet with a glass of water.
• Do not break or chew this tablet.
• Place this medicine away from the reach of children.

Storage:

Keep this medicine at room temperature. Keep this away from the reach of children.

Side Effects:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Heartburn
• Flatulence
• Constipation 
• Dyspepsia
• Abdominal pain 
• Dark colored stool
• Hematemesis (vomiting blood)
• Ulcerative stomatitis, 
• Exacerbation of colitis 
• Exacerbation of Crohn’s disease

Precautions:

• Mefenamic Acid + Paracetamol is taken to alleviate pain and inflammation in several conditions.
• Eat it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
• It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don’t drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
• If you experience diarrhea while using this medication, discontinue its use and inform your doctor.
• Do not drink alcohol while on Mefenamic Acid + Paracetamol because it can lead to excessive drowsiness and enhance your risk of stomach issues.
• Your doctor may frequently check your kidney function, liver function and levels of the components in your blood if you are being treated with this medicine long-term.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ):

Q. Should Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol be discontinued when pain relief is achieved?

Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol can generally be used short term and stopped when the pain is relieved. However, in case the doctor advises, it must be taken for the stipulated duration of time.

Q. Should the use of Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol result in dizziness?

Yes, Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol may cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in a few patients. If you experience dizziness or lightheadedness, it is advisable to rest for a while and then resume once you are feeling better. Avoid driving or operating any machines.

Q. Is Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol used to treat arthritis?

Mefenamic Acid+ Paracetamol is used to minimize and alleviate pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Arthritis refers to inflammation and tenderness of the joints.