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Mefinex Suspension Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

MEFENAMIC ACID-100MG

Uses:

Fever, pain

Medicinal Benefits:

Mefinex Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) indicated for the symptomatic treatment of fever in children above six months. It is also useful for the relief of mild to moderate pain in children. Mefinex Suspension contains 'Mefenamic acid', which works by inhibiting the cyclooxygenase enzyme, which is responsible for the formation of prostaglandins. Thus, Mefinex Suspension helps relieve fever and pain.

FAQs

Mefinex Suspension works by blocking the chemical messengers responsible for pain and fever. Thus, Mefinex Suspension provides relief from pain and fever.

Mefinex Suspension should be used as prescribed, for the shortest time and lowest possible dose needed. Avoid using it for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor.

Mefinex Suspension may prolong prothrombin time (time taken for the blood to clot). Therefore, frequent monitoring of prothrombin time is required if Mefinex Suspension is given to children taking oral anticoagulants.