Mefenamic Acid 500mg + Paracetamol 325mg Tablets

Product Introduction

Mefenamic Acid 500mg + Paracetamol 325mg combines mefenamic acid, an NSAID, with paracetamol for short-term relief of pain and fever as combination therapy. It may be used for menstrual pain, dental pain, muscle pain, headache, back pain, fever with body ache, or inflammatory pain as directed. Mefenamic acid reduces prostaglandin-driven pain and inflammation, while paracetamol helps reduce pain and fever through central pathways. The combination should not be duplicated with other NSAIDs or any other paracetamol/acetaminophen-containing products because toxicity risk rises quickly.

How to use

Take Mefenamic Acid 500mg + Paracetamol 325mg as prescribed, preferably with food if stomach upset occurs. Do not take extra paracetamol or other NSAIDs unless advised.

How it works

Mefenamic acid reduces prostaglandins that drive pain and inflammation. Paracetamol helps reduce pain and fever mainly through central pathways.

Common side effects

Possible effects include nausea, indigestion, stomach pain, heartburn, dizziness, and headache. Serious concerns include stomach bleeding, kidney injury, severe allergy, liver injury after paracetamol overdose, and severe skin reaction.

Important information

Review ulcer/bleeding history, kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, NSAID-sensitive asthma, alcohol use, pregnancy, breastfeeding, anticoagulants, steroids, antidepressants, other NSAIDs, and other paracetamol products.