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Mefron is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Mefron safe for pregnant women?
Mefron may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Mefron again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Mefron safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Mefron. If you see any side effects, stop taking Mefron immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Mefron again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mefron on the Kidneys?
Effects of Mefron on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mefron on the Liver?
Mefron may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Mefron on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Mefron. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Mefron should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mefron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mefron habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mefron.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Mefron, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Mefron can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Mefron is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mefron is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mefron
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Mefron and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mefron
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mefron with alcohol will be.
Mefron is taken by mouth since it is available in the form of a tablet, suspension, and syrup. It should be ideally taken with food so that it doesn't cause gastric irritation. Mefron should be taken exactly as prescribed by a doctor. One should not take more or less of it or take it more frequently.
Yes, Mefron may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Mefron to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
No, Mefron is not an antibiotic. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is used for the alleviation of abdominal pain, cramps, and spasmodic pains.
Mefron works by blocking prostaglandins which are responsible for causing pain. In this way, Mefron provides relief from cramps, abdominal pain, and spasmodic pain.
Yes, Mefron can be taken with paracetamol as there are no interactions between the two. However, you must first speak to your doctor. Based on your condition, the doctor will guide you about which drug to use and which do not use. Always follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
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