Fenam, Mefenamic Acid, Syrup - 120 Ml

Product Name

• Fenam, Mefenamic Acid, Syrup - 120 Ml

Scientific Name

• Mefenamic Acid Syrup

Category Of Fenam Syrup

• Analgesic And Antipyretic Drugs

Mechanism Of Action Of Mefenamic Acid

• Mefenamic Acid is an NSAID that acts as an analgesic, anti-inflammatory & antipyretic used to treat multiple diseases
• Mefenamic Acid is an inhibitor of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), which is responsible for prostaglandin synthesis, an integral part of the pain and inflammation pathway.

Therapeutic Indications Of Fenam Syrup

• Mefenamic Acid is used for the symptomatic treatment of mild to moderate pain including headache, toothache, muscle ache, backache, and menstrual cramps.
• It is also used to temporarily reduce fever.

Method Of Administration Of Fenam Syrup

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Doses may change from patient to patient based on your age, your medical condition, and whether or not you are taking other medicines.
• The oral syrup is for children.
• Take it with or right after a meal.
• Measure liquid doses carefully.
• Dosing in children depends on the child’s weight. The range is 5-15 mL, 3 times a day.
• Do not use Mefenamic Acid for a long period.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Fenam Syrup

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Heartburn
2. Nausea
3. Diarrhea

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Fenam Syrup

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Strengthen Your Immunity

• We must acknowledge that the body’s immune system develops and strengthens as a result of care throughout different stages of life, which begins as early as the fetal stage. There are ways to boost immunity:

1. Proper nutrition: eat well-balanced meals
2. Consume immune-boosting foods such as antioxidants and probiotics. Also, some supplements like Sambune Capsules & C-Ronz 1000, Vitamin C With Zinc will be helpful
3. Stay physically active
4. Get adequate sleep
5. Avoid/ minimize stress
6. Avoid smoking
7. Stay up-to-date with vaccines
8. Follow all personal hygiene and infection prevention protocols including frequent hand washing, practice physical distancing, follow all hygiene procedures for cooking, and disinfect your home (particularly common surfaces) regularly.
9. Monitor your body temperature by a thermometer, for example Microlife Ear Thermometer or Beurer Thermometer

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Fenam Syrup

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

1. If you have chronic inflammatory gastrointestinal diseases such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, or others.
2. If you have systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
3. If you have problems with your blood cells.
4. If you have blood clotting problems.
5. If you have high blood pressure or heart problems.
6. If you have liver or kidney problems.
7. If you have asthma or other conditions where it is difficult to breathe.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Fenam Syrup

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate the container
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Mefenamic Acid

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About Mefenamic Acid
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Mefenamic Acid
• Visit DrugBank at Information About Mefenamic Acid