Manufacturer : Mefenamic Acid (250mg)

Made In: Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Meftal 250 Tablet is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain conditions like menstrual pain, headache, muscle pain, joint pain, or dental pain. It effectively alleviates pain and inflammation. Meftal 250 Tablet should be taken with food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it. The most common side effects of this medicine include mild vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, headache, and dizziness. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have asthma, have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using the medicine. USES OF MEFTAL TABLET Pain relief BENEFITS OF MEFTAL TABLET In Pain relief Meftal 250 Tablet is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It blocks chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis and muscle aches. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. SIDE EFFECTS OF MEFTAL TABLET Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you?re worried about them Common side effects of Meftal Vomiting Stomach pain Nausea Headache Dizziness HOW TO USE MEFTAL TABLET Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Meftal 250 Tablet is to be taken with food. HOW MEFTAL TABLET WORKS Meftal 250 Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). SAFETY ADVICE warnings Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Meftal 250 Tablet. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Meftal 250 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Meftal 250 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. warnings Driving UNSAFE Meftal 250 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. warnings Kidney CAUTION Meftal 250 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Meftal 250 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Meftal 250 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. warnings Liver CAUTION Meftal 250 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Meftal 250 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE MEFTAL TABLET? If you miss a dose of Meftal 250 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.