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Mespas is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Mespas depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Mespas 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Mespas safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Mespas for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Mespas safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Mespas for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Mespas on the Kidneys?
Mespas 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.
What is the effect of Mespas on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Mespas. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Mespas on the Heart?
Side effects of Mespas on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Mespas 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 Mespas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mespas habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mespas is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Mespas
It is safe to take Mespas with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mespas
Consumption of alcohol and Mespas together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, it is safe to take Mespas 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.
No, Mespas 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, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Mespas 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. Mespas should be taken exactly as prescribed by a doctor. One should not take more or less of it or take it more frequently.
Mespas is a brand name for mefenamic acid. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is available in the form of a tablet, suspension, and syrup. Mespas has antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is used for the management of mild to moderate pain including menstrual pain.
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ponstel® (Mefenamic Acid)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 117
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bentyl (dicyclomine hydrochloride)
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