Medicines based on Drotaverine Mefenamic Acid
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Information
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid is a prescription medicine. Secondary and off-label uses of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid 's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Asthma are examples of such conditions. The section on Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
- Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Benefits & Uses
- Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Dosage & How to Take
- Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Side Effects
- Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid with Other Drugs
- Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid
- Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Benefits & Uses
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Colic
- Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Dosage & How to Take
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid is used -
Severe
- Decreased blood pressure
Moderate
- Tachycardia
- Vertigo
- Edema
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Blurred vision
- Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Allergic reaction
- पेट दर्द
- Dyspepsia
- पेट की गैस
- Diarrhoea
- Rash
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Related Warnings
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Is the use of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid. If you are pregnant, do not take Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid without a doctor's advice.
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Is the use of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid safe during breastfeeding?
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
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What is the effect of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid on the Kidneys?
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid on the Liver?
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
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What is the effect of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid on the Heart?
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid is rarely harmful for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid with Other Drugs
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Drug Allergies
- Porphyria
- Heart Disease
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Peptic Ulcer
- Anemia
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Heart Disease
- Asthma
Frequently asked Questions about Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid
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Is this Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid is addictive.
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid
You can take Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid as it can have severe side effects.
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ponstel® (Mefenamic Acid)
