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WHO GMP
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15 Days Easy
Returns
Long Expiry
(>8 Months)
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Abdominal cramp
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Benefits
In Abdominal cramp Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR gives relief from pain and cramps and works best if they are used when the first signs of pain occur. It slows the natural movements of the gut and relaxes the muscles in the stomach and intestines. It also reduces the activity of certain chemicals that causes pain. Inform your doctor if your pain persists or worsens.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR is to be taken with food.
How it works
Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR is a combination of two medicines: Mefenamic acid and Tizanidine which relieve abdominal pain. Mefenamic acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Tizanidine is a muscle relaxant which works by acting on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness or spasm.
Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR as it is deemed unsafe.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR 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. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Not Safe: Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Caution Advised: Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
Caution Advised: Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Use of Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR is not advised in patients with severe liver disease. Liver function tests are recommended before the start of treatment and then on a regular basis as advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
81, Industrial Estate, Ambala Cantt 133006, Haryana.
References
FDA approved prescribing information. Mefenamic Acid; 2008 (02 Apr. 2019)
Tizanidine. Ardsley, New York: Acorda Therapeutics Inc.; 1996 (02 Apr. 20191)
ScienceDirect. Mefenamic Acid (02 Apr. 2019)
Tizanidine. Hawthorne, New York: Acorda Therapeutics Inc.; 2006] (02 Apr. 2019)
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