Pontein

Pontein

mefenamic acid

Manufacturer:

Hebei Jiheng

Distributor:

Philgen
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Mefenamic acid
Indications/Uses
Mild to moderate severe somatic & neuritic pains eg, headache, migraine, traumatic pain, post-partum pain, post-op pain, dental pain & dysmenorrhea.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Contraindications
Inflammatory bowel disease. Patients suffering from peptic & intestinal ulceration. Renal or hepatic impairment.
Special Precautions
Signs of hemolytic anemia when taken for a prolonged period of time. May affect platelet function. Avoid in epileptics. Concurrent therapy w/ other plasma protein binding drugs; anticoagulants. Patients suffering from dehydration & renal disease, particularly the elderly. Pregnancy. Childn <14 yr.
Adverse Reactions
Hepatic function disorders; transient increase in serum transaminase levels. Mild fever, malaise & liver tenderness. Nausea, anorexia, vomiting, diarrhea & aggravation of peptic ulcer.
MIMS Class
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
ATC Classification
M01AG01 - mefenamic acid ; Belongs to the class of non-steroidal antiinflammatory and antirheumatic products, fenamates.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Pontein tab 500 mg
Packing/Price
100's
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