Meftal P is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Meftal P safe for pregnant women?
Meftal P should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Meftal P safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Meftal P may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Meftal P should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Meftal P on the Kidneys?
Meftal P has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Meftal P on the Liver?
Meftal P is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Meftal P on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Meftal P on the heart have been reported.
Meftal P should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meftal P unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meftal P habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Meftal P.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Meftal P will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Meftal P only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Meftal P is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Meftal P
It is safe to take Meftal P with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meftal P
Taking alcohol with Meftal P can be dangerous.
Meftal P 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. Meftal P should be taken exactly as prescribed by a doctor. One should not take more or less of it or take it more frequently.
No, Meftal P 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.
Yes, it is safe to take Meftal P for as long as it is recommended by your doctor. However, it may cause certain side effects in some people like constipation, diarrhea, bloating or gas, ringing in the ears, nervousness, headache, and dizziness. Please talk to your doctor immediately if you suffer from any of these side effects.
Yes, Meftal P can cause ulcers and bleeding. Meftal P is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which can cause ulcers, and bleeding. The risk is especially high in the longterm users, those who are aging, those who take alcohol with NSAIDs and those who have poor health.
Yes, Meftal P 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ponstel® (Mefenamic Acid)