Dolor Ds Usage And Safety
Dosage
Mefenamic Acid
Side Effects
GI intolerance , oedema , hypertension , skin rash, ( discontinue if occur ) . Renal impairement , allergic glomerulonephritis. Blood dyscrasias ( rare ). Raised liver enzymes.
Drug Interactions
Aspirin , warfarin or similar medicines including Eliquis, Xarelto or Pradaxa that are used to stop blood clots , some medicines used to treat high blood pressure , corticosteroids , lithium , cyclosporin or tacrolimus , selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, methotrexate.
Indication
It is used to relieve the symptoms of period pain and treat heavy periods. It also provides short term relief of pain in conditions such as: ? Muscle and joint injuries such as sprains, strains and tendonitis ? Dental pain.
When not to Use
Do not take Mefenamic Acid if You have an allergy to: ? Mefenamic acid or any of the ingredients in the list ? aspirin ? any other NSAID medicine including COX-2 inhibitors.