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Generic Ponstel(Generic name: Mefenamic Acid)
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Ponstel (generic name Mefenamic Acid) is a pain relief medication. It is also used as Women's Health medication.
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brand name: Ponstel
generic names: Mefenamic acid, Mefenamic Acid
What are meclofenamate or mefenamic acid capsules?
MECLOFENAMATE (meclofenamate sodium) and MEFENAMIC ACID (Ponstel®) are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Meclofenamate helps relieve inflammation and pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Both drugs help relieve mild to moderate pain, including menstrual cramps or premenstrual discomfort. Generic meclofenamate capsules are available, but generic mefenamic acid capsules are not yet available.
Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding The effects of Ponstel (Mefenamic) during pregnancy have not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. You should not use Ponstel in late pregnancy because nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs affect the heart and blood vessels of the developing baby. Ponstel (Mefenamic) may appear in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. If this medication is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding until your treatment is finished.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Ponstel (mefenamic acid)? Taking an NSAID can increase your risk of life-threatening heart or circulation problems, including heart attack or stroke. This risk will increase the longer you use an NSAID. Do not use this medicine just before or after having heart bypass surgery (also called coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG). NSAIDs can also increase your risk of serious effects on the stomach or intestines, including bleeding or perforation (forming of a hole). These conditions can be fatal and gastrointestinal effects can occur without warning at any time while you are taking an NSAID. Older adults may have an even greater risk of these serious gastrointestinal side effects. Do not use this medication if you are allergic to mefenamic acid, aspirin, or other NSAIDs. Before taking mefenamic acid, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have: - if you smoke.
- polyps in your nose; or
- asthma;
- liver or kidney disease;
- heart disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure;
- a history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot;
If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use mefenamic acid, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment. FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether mefenamic acid passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 2 years old without the advice of a doctor.
How should I take this medicine?
Take meclofenamate or mefenamic capsules by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow capsules whole with a full glass of water; take capsules in an upright or sitting position. Taking a sip of water first, before taking the capsules, may help you swallow them. If possible take bedtime doses at least 10 minutes before lying down. You can take meclofenamate or mefenamic acid with food to prevent stomach upset. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage If you suspect an overdose of Ponstel (Mefenamic), seek medical attention immediately. - Symptoms of Ponstel (Mefenamic) overdose may include:
Drowsiness, stomach or abdominal pain, nausea, lack of energy, vomiting In severe cases, breathing problems and coma can develop.
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