Fenam Information

Fenam is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Premature Labor. Secondary and off-label uses of Fenam have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Fenam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Fenam have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Fenam normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Fenam has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fenam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fenam related warnings section.

Fenam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fenam in conditions like Bleeding, Heart Disease.

Additionally, Fenam may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Fenam is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Fenam Benefits & Uses
Fenam Dosage & How to Take
Fenam Side Effects
Fenam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fenam with Other Drugs
Fenam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fenam
Fenam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fenam Benefits & Uses

Fenam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Premature Labor

Other Benefits

Peripheral Vascular Disease
Raynaud's Phenomenon

Fenam 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(Female)	Disease: Premature Labor Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fenam Related Warnings

Is the use of Fenam safe for pregnant women?

Fenam may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Fenam again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Fenam safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Fenam for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Fenam on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Fenam on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Fenam will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Fenam on the Liver?

Information about safety of Fenam for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Fenam on the Heart?

Side effects of Fenam rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fenam with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tizanidine

Moderate

Fenam Contraindications

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

Bleeding
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fenam

Is this Fenam habit forming or addictive?

Fenam is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fenam. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fenam is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Fenam is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fenam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fenam

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Fenam together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fenam

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fenam with alcohol.

Unknown