Tolfenamic Acid Benefits & Uses

Tolfenamic Acid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)

Other Benefits

Tolfenamic 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
Adult	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may repeat after 2 hours if satisfactory response not obtained
Geriatric	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may repeat after 2 hours if satisfactory response not obtained

Tolfenamic Acid Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tolfenamic Acid is used -

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Confusion
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
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Headache
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Ringing in ears
Mucosal Inflammation
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Trembling
Tremor
Visual Disturbance
Weakness
Fatigue

Tolfenamic Acid Related Warnings

Is the use of Tolfenamic Acid safe for pregnant women?

Tolfenamic Acid can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Tolfenamic Acid, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Tolfenamic Acid safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Tolfenamic Acid. Immediately discontinue Tolfenamic Acid if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tolfenamic Acid on the Kidneys?

Tolfenamic Acid can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tolfenamic Acid on the Liver?

Tolfenamic Acid may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tolfenamic Acid on the Heart?

Tolfenamic Acid may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tolfenamic Acid with Other Drugs

Tolfenamic Acid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Tolfenamic Acid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tolfenamic Acid unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Peptic Ulcer
Bleeding
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Tolfenamic Acid

Is this Tolfenamic Acid habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Tolfenamic Acid is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Tolfenamic Acid does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Tolfenamic Acid only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Tolfenamic Acid in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Tolfenamic Acid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tolfenamic Acid

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Tolfenamic Acid, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tolfenamic Acid

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tolfenamic Acid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown