SIMULTIN TABLET

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Composition:IBUPROFEN-400MG+MEFENAMIC ACID-250MG

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SIMULTIN TABLET is used to treat abdominal cramps. It works by slowing gut movements and relaxing stomach and intestinal muscles. Additionally, it reduces the levels of pain-causing chemicals in the body. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects like nausea, indigestion, vomiting, and stomach upset. Before starting SIMULTIN TABLET, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have any other medical conditions.

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Composition :

IBUPROFEN-400MG+MEFENAMIC ACID-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dales Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About SIMULTIN TABLET

SIMULTIN TABLET is used to relieve abdominal cramps/pain. Abdominal pain occurs between the chest and pelvic region, generally known as stomach or tummy pain. The common causes of abdominal pain include inflammation, infections, intestinal disorders, and obstruction or blockage.

SIMULTIN TABLET contains Mefenamic Acid and Ibuprofen, which works by preventing sudden muscle contractions and relaxing muscles in the stomach or intestine. Thereby, SIMULTIN TABLET helps in relieving abdominal pain.

You are advised to take SIMULTIN TABLET as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, SIMULTIN TABLET may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, upset stomach, diarrhoea, heartburn, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. SIMULTIN TABLET may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol with SIMULTIN TABLET, as it could lead to increased dizziness; it might also increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects or interactions.

Uses of SIMULTIN TABLET

SIMULTIN TABLET is used in the treatment of abdominal cramps. The detailed uses of SIMULTIN TABLET are as follows:

Relieves Abdominal Cramps: SIMULTIN TABLET is used to treat menstrual pain and abdominal cramps and helps reduce discomfort during periods.
Reduces Pain & Inflammation: SIMULTIN TABLET is used for reducing pain, fever, and swelling.
Manages Fever & Headaches: SIMULTIN TABLET helps lower high body temperature and provides relief from headaches and migraines.

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Directions for Use

Take SIMULTIN TABLET with food to minimize stomach upset.
Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
Swallow SIMULTIN TABLET as whole with a glass of water.
Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Key Benefits

SIMULTIN TABLET is a combination medication used to alleviate abdominal pain. It contains mefenamic acid and ibuprofen, which work by inhibiting the production of specific chemical messengers responsible for inducing pain, preventing sudden muscle contractions and relaxing muscles in the stomach or intestine. Together, SIMULTIN TABLET helps in relieving abdominal pain.

How SIMULTIN TABLET Works

SIMULTIN TABLET is a combination medication that contains mefenamic acid and ibuprofen. It works by inhibiting the production of specific chemical messengers responsible for inducing pain, preventing sudden muscle contractions and relaxing muscles in the stomach or intestine.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of SIMULTIN TABLET

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of SIMULTIN TABLET, as it may cause overdose. Overdose symptoms may include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and bleeding, diarrhoea, confusion, agitation, drowsiness, ringing in the ears, fainting, and seizures. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or experience any of these symptoms, please contact your doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take SIMULTIN TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have severe heart failure, or if you have suffered bleeding problems such as bleeding from the stomach or bowels while taking any painkillers. Inform your doctor about any pre-existing conditions, including asthma, heart or kidney disease, stomach problems, skin allergies, bleeding disorders, phenylketonuria, anaemia, liver disease, high potassium levels, platelet disorders, glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, high blood pressure, inflammatory bowel disease, paralytic ileus, or intestinal atony. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. SIMULTIN TABLET may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Stop taking SIMULTIN TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you have stomach pain or any signs of bleeding in the intestine or stomach, such as blood in stools. Do not take any other NSAIDs for pain relief along with SIMULTIN TABLET unless prescribed.

Drug-Drug Interactions

Mefenamic acidMeloxicam

Critical

Mefenamic acidKetorolac

Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

Mefenamic acidMeloxicam

Critical

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
Co-administration of Simultin Tablet with Meloxicam together can increase the risk or severity of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Simultin Tablet with Meloxicam together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking a doctor.

Mefenamic acidKetorolac

Critical

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
Coadministration of Simultin Tablet with Ketorolac can increase the risk or severity of gastric bleeding and ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Simultin Tablet with Ketorolac together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

IbuprofenKetorolac

Critical

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
Taking Ketorolac and Simultin Tablet can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding and ulceration.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketorolac and Simultin Tablet together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, dark stools, coughing or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

IbuprofenMeloxicam

Critical

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
Combining Meloxicam and Simultin Tablet can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Meloxicam and Simultin Tablet together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, dark stools, coughing or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Mefenamic acidIbrutinib

Severe

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
Co-administration of Simultin Tablet with Ibrutinib can increase the risk or severity of bleeding, leading to serious blood loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Simultin Tablet with Ibrutinib together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms of unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Mefenamic acidDalteparin

Severe

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
Combining Simultin Tablet with Dalteparin can increase the risk of bleeding and hemorrhage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dalteparin and Simultin Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any signs like bleeding, bruising, swelling, vomiting, headache, dizziness, weakness, or blood in your urine or stool, make sure to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Mefenamic acidTenofovir disoproxil

Severe

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
Coadministration of Simultin Tablet with Tenofovir disoproxil can show additive effect and increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Simultin Tablet with Tenofovir Disoproxil together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, red or black tarry stools, vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Mefenamic acidMethotrexate

Severe

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
Coadministration of Simultin Tablet with Methotrexate may increase the blood levels and side effects of methotrexate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Simultin Tablet and methotrexate, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, appetite loss, joint pain or swelling, yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, breathing difficulty, a dry cough, dizziness or fainting, unusual bruising or bleeding, seizures(fits), mouth sores or ulcers, infection, as well as flu-like symptoms(fever, chills, body pains, sore throat, and weakening of the muscles), consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.

Mefenamic acidPrasugrel

Severe

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
Co-administration of Simultin Tablet with Prasugrel can increase the risk or severity of gastric bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation leading to serious blood loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Simultin Tablet with Prasugrel together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Mefenamic acidTenofovir alafenamide

Severe

How does the drug interact with Simultin Tablet:
The combined use of Simultin Tablet and Tenofovir alafenamide can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Simultin Tablet and Tenofovir alafenamide together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching so that they are less likely to spasm, tear and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
Massages can also be helpful.
Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.
Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position every two hours.
Hot or cold therapy can help treat muscle spasms.
Apply an ice pack or hot pack on the muscle for 15-20 minutes.
Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

[ANALGESICS]

Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking SIMULTIN TABLET, as it may cause increased dizziness and increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe SIMULTIN TABLET only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking SIMULTIN TABLET, as it is unknown whether the medicine passes into breast milk.

Driving

Caution

SIMULTIN TABLET may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

Liver

Caution

Please inform your doctor if you have any liver problems before taking SIMULTIN TABLET. Your doctor will prescribe the medicine only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Kidney

Caution

Please inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems before taking SIMULTIN TABLET. Your doctor will prescribe the medicine only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Children

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Consult your doctor before giving SIMULTIN TABLET to children.

Heart

Caution

SIMULTIN TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart disease, as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of SIMULTIN TABLET in elderly patients.

FAQs

What is the use of SIMULTIN TABLET?

SIMULTIN TABLET is used to treat abdominal pain/cramps.

How does SIMULTIN TABLET work?

Does SIMULTIN TABLET cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side effect of SIMULTIN TABLET. Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea or if you find blood in your stools.

Can I take SIMULTIN TABLET for longer durations?

SIMULTIN TABLET should not be taken for more than 7 days unless advised by the doctor. Do not take SIMULTIN TABLET for longer durations, as it might increase the risk of heart problems and stomach bleeding.

How long does it take for SIMULTIN TABLET to show its effect?

SIMULTIN TABLET typically starts to show its pain-relieving effects within 30 minutes to 1 hour after taking the medication. However, this may vary depending on individual factors, such as the severity of pain and individual response to the medication.

Can I take SIMULTIN TABLET on an empty stomach?

Do not take SIMULTIN TABLET on an empty stomach. Take SIMULTIN TABLET with meals or immediately after meals to prevent stomach upset.

For how long should I take SIMULTIN TABLET?

SIMULTIN TABLET should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.

Is SIMULTIN TABLET a painkiller?

Yes, SIMULTIN TABLET is a painkiller. It contains two nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), namely, ibuprofen and mefenamic acid. SIMULTIN TABLET helps relieve abdominal pain and cramps.

What are the common side effects of SIMULTIN TABLET?

The common side effects of SIMULTIN TABLET may include nausea, vomiting, indigestion, upset stomach, diarrhoea, heartburn, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

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India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

101, Abhishek, C/5, Dalia Industrial Estate, Off Link Road, Near OberoiChambers, Andheri(West), Mumbai - 400058, India

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