Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR

Description

Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR is a medicine used in the treatment of abdominal cramps. It relaxes the muscles in the stomach or intestine and stops sudden muscle contractions, thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. Take it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for longer duration than recommended by the doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, loss of appetite, sleepiness, weakness, and dryness in mouth. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment.

Introduction

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.

Benefits

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.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR is to be taken with food.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Mefen 500mg/2mg Tablet MR. - Pregnancy : CONSULT 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. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT 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. - Driving : UNSAFE - 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. - Kidney : CAUTION - 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. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - 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. Please consult your doctor. 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.