Meftal Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
Medical Description
Meftal Forte tablet is a combination medicine that relieves pain related to muscles, joints, headaches, migraine, back pain, body pain, sprain, strain, injury, post-operative pain, and dental pain. It contains mefenamic acid and paracetamol as its active ingredients and works by reducing the formation of certain chemicals that cause pain.
Pacimol MF, Naaptol tablet and Meftagesic tablet also contain paracetamol and mefenamic acid as their active ingredients. Meftal Forte tablet must be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It should preferably be taken with or after having your meals. Take it regularly at a fixed time. Do not skip a dose or consume more than that recommended by the doctor.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹37.84 |
You Save | ₹6.16 (14% on MRP) |
Contains | Mefenamic Acid(500.0 Mg) + Paracetamol / Acetaminophen(325.0 Mg) |
Uses | Pain relief, fever |
Side effects | Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting |
Therapy | ANALGESIC/ANTIPYRETIC |
Uses of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Contraindications of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to Meftal Forte tablet or any of the ingredients of this medicine.
- If you are suffering from inflammation in the digestive tract.
- If you have or had stomach ulcers.
- If you have asthma or experienced an asthmatic attack due to painkillers.
- Meftal Forte tablets should not be used in the last trimester of pregnancy.
- Meftal Forte tablet should not be used for managing pain before, during and after coronary bypass surgery.
Side effects of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Diarrhoea
- Skin rashes
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Ulcers
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Drowsiness
Precautions and Warnings of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a liver or kidney problem.
- You have an ulcer in your stomach or intestine or perforations in the digestive tract.
- You may experience changes in blood count or anaemia.
- You are suffering from high blood pressure.
- You have a history of asthma or allergic reactions.
- You have fluid retention in your body (oedema).
- You have a heart condition like stroke, heart failure or myocardial infarction.
- Taking more than the daily dose of Meftal Forte may cause severe liver damage or allergic reactions, especially if you are consuming multiple products containing paracetamol or consume alcohol too often....
Directions for Use of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Take this medicine as directed by your physician.
- Meftal Forte tablets should be taken preferably with or after food.
Storage and disposal of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Store the medicine at room temperature, away from light and moisture.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Meftal forte tablet is a medication that combines Mefenamic acid and Paracetamol to manage fever and mild to moderate pain. It is part of the NSAIDs and Analgesics & Antipyretics group. Follow the dosing schedule and wait at least 4 hours between doses. ...
- It is not recommended for use in patients with asthma, kidney or liver disease, heart failure, or pregnant or breastfeeding women.
- Common side effects of Meftal forte tablet include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, constipation, indigestion, flatulence, lack of appetite, dry mouth, heartburn, peptic ulcers, and ulcerative stomatitis....
- Meftal Forte tablet must be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor, in the doses and for the duration prescribed. It's best if you take it with or after your meals.
- A pregnant woman should not use Meftal Forte tablet because it can result in cardiovascular malformations in the developing foetus. If used during labour, it can also cause labour to be delayed and increase bleeding in both mother and child....
Dosage of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
Interactions of MEFTAL FORTE STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can affect how Meftal Forte Tablet works, or this tablet itself can affect the action of certain medicines when taken together.
- Especially when taken along with medicines like Metoclopramide, Domperidone, Warfarin, Aspirin, Clopidogrel, steroids and painkillers when taken along can induce stomach or intestinal bleeding.
- If taken along with Meftal Forte, antidiabetic medicine can lead to low blood glucose.
- Cholesterol-lowering medicines like Colestyramine should be taken with a minimum gap of 2 hours.
- Medicines used to treat a bacterial infection include chloramphenicol.
- Meftal forte tablets should not be taken for 8 to 12 days after taking Mifepristone.
- Digoxin used to treat heart failure should not be taken along with Meftal Forte tablets.
- Medicines used to lower blood pressure, such as water pills, immunomodulator medicines such as Tacrolimus, Ciclosporin and certain antibiotics, should be used cautiously.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does Meftal Forte cause heartburn?
Q: Can Meftal Forte tablet be used for period pain?
Q: Is Meftal Forte effective for chills?
Q: Can I use Meftal Forte for sinusitis?
Q: Can Meftal Forte be taken for stomach ulcers?
Q: Can I give Meftal Forte tablet to my children?
Q: How does Meftal Forte work on a headache?
Q: Is Meftal Forte an antibiotic?
Q: Can I have Meftal Forte twice a day?
Q: Does Meftal Forte affect your blood count?
Q: How long does Meftal Forte take to show its actions?
Q: Can I take Meftal Forte in periods?
Q: Is Meftal Forte good for fever?
Q: Is Meftal Forte addictive?
Q: Is Meftal Forte a painkiller?
Q: Is Meftal Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Q: Is Meftal Forte safe during pregnancy?
Q: Does Meftal Forte cause sleepiness?
Q: Is Meftal Forte for throat pain?
Q: Can we take Meftal Forte on an empty stomach?
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Q: Can we take Meftal Forte daily?
Q: Does Meftal Forte cause loss of appetite?
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