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Composition:

MEFENAMIC ACID-250MG

Uses:

Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's is used to relieve pain and inflammation in various conditions. The detailed uses of Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's are as follows: <br/>• Treatment of menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea): Provides effective relief from lower abdominal cramps and discomfort during menstruation.<br/>• Management of mild to moderate pain: Used to treat headaches, joint pain, and muscular aches.<br/>• Relief from arthritis-related pain: Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's helps manage pain and inflammation in conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.<br/>• Fever reduction: Reduces body temperature in mild to moderate fevers.<br/>• Post-operative pain management: Reduces pain and inflammation after surgical operations or childbirth.<br/>• Support in inflammatory conditions: Reduces swelling, redness, and discomfort in various musculoskeletal disorders.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal, rheumatic, arthritic disorders, headaches, trauma, dental pain, and pain after surgery or childbirth. Additionally, Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's is used to relieve period pain, symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and management of excessively heavy periods. Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger in your body, known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes, which make another chemical, prostaglandins. These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.

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Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's is used to provide relief from mild to moderate pain and inflammation associated with muscular, rheumatic, and arthritic disorders, headache, trauma, dental pain, and pain after surgery or childbirth. Additionally, it is used to relieve period pain and premenstrual syndrome symptoms (PMS) and manage excessively heavy periods.

Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's works by blocking the chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation. Thereby, Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's provides relief from pain and inflammation.

Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's is generally prescribed for short-term use. Do not take Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's for longer durations as it might increase the risk of heart problems and stomach bleeding.

Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's is used to relieve menstrual (period) pain, symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and management of excessively heavy periods. Take only as prescribed by the doctor.

Avoid taking Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's if you have stomach ulcers. Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's might increase the risk of stomach ulcers, perforation of the stomach and intestinal bleeding with higher doses.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's. Drink plenty of fluids and eat food rich in fibre. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive diarrhoea or if you find blood in stools.

It is considered harmful for patients with severe kidney problems and those experiencing active intravascular clotting, which obstructs blood flow due to blood clots.

Store Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's at room temperature, away from sunlight. Keep the Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's out of reach of children.

No, Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's doesn’t act as a contraceptive; it is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and inflammation.

Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's should be taken only as it is prescribed by the doctor. Do not self-medicate and do not recommend Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's to others with the same condition.

Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended during pregnancy unless advised by the doctor. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, please consult a doctor.

If the dose of Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's is missed, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking the regular dose. Avoid taking a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Meftal 250 mg Tablet 10's is used for a short time, not more than 3-5 days of your menstrual cycle. However, the duration for your use will be advised by the doctor. Do not self-medicate.