Mefenamic Acid
Overview
Mefenamic Acid is a NSAID (non steroidal antinflammatory drug). Mefenamic Acid is prepared by chemical synthesis and chemically Mefenamic Acid is N-(2, 3-xylyl) anthranilic acid. Mefenamic Acid is used for its both antinflammatory and antipyretic properties. Mefenamic Acid is given by mouth to treat arthritis, headaches, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, dental pain.
Categories
- 2 Analgesics, antipyretics, NSAIDs, antigout, and antirheumatics
- 2.1 Non-opioid analgesics
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Mefenamic Acid's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 250 mg | 250 (250) | 6 hourly | PO | Maitanence dose. |
| 500 mg | 500 (500) | 8 hourly | PO | Initial dose. |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| 25 mg/kg | 25 (25) | 8 hourly | Oral | |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
|
| 8 mg/kg | 8 (8) | 8 hourly | Oral | Not recommended under 3 month |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Mefenamic Acid
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Manufacturers of
Mefenamic Acid
in Pakistan
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