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Warnings

Mefenamic acid may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are using mefenamic acid, especially in older adults.

Interactions

Food interaction

Take with food.

Avoid alcohol.

Pregnancy

• There is epidemiological and toxicological evidence of hazard in human pregnancy.
• Missed periods and use of oral contraceptives before or during early pregnancy.

Overview

May increase the risk of stomach problems such as bleeding or small openings in the lining of your stomach or intestines (peptic ulcers). These conditions can be fatal. They can occur at any time and without any warning signs or symptoms. If you are 65 years old or older and you drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes, you may be more likely to have serious stomach problems.

Contraindications

Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, hypersensitivity to mefenamic acid.

Use for impaired renal function

Used with caution in concomitant kidney disease.

Warning for liver damage: mefenamic acid can Boschtan your liver. Your doctor may take a blood test to monitor your liver and make sure this drug is safe for you. See your doctor right away if you notice symptoms of liver damage, such as:

• nausea
• fatigue
• itching
• yellowing of the skin or eyes
• stomach ache
• flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, and body aches

special instructions

Use with caution in concomitant diseases of the blood and kidneys.

Warning of hazardous skin reactions: seek emergency medical help immediately if you experience:

• severe itching of the skin
• a rash that is red, swollen, peeling or swelling

This can be a serious skin disorder, such as exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, or toxic epidermal necrolysis, which can be fatal.

Pregnancy Warning: you should not use mefenamic acid in the third trimester of pregnancy. This can cause a blood clot to form in a blood vessel through which nutrients and oxygen are delivered to the fetus.

Allergy Warning

Mefenamic acid can cause a serious allergic reaction. Open may include:

• labored breathing
• swelling of the face or throat
• urticaria

Do not take this medication again if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it. Repeating it can be fatal.

Do not take this medication if you are allergic to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These include ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, and meloxicam.

Alcohol interaction

Combination of alcohol with mefenamic acid increases the risk of gastric bleeding or ulcers.

For people with asthma: Mefenamic acid can cause your airways to become narrower or smaller, which can be fatal. If your Boschtan gets worse, seek medical attention. If you have asthma sensitive to aspirin or NSAIDs, you should not take this medicine at all.

For people with kidney disease: Mefenamic acid can damage your kidneys if you take it for an extended period of time. Tell your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease.

For pregnant women: Mefenamic acid is not well understood in pregnant women. Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

Women who are breastfeeding: A small amount of mefenamic acid may be passed into your breast milk and cause side effects in your baby. You and your doctor may need to decide whether you stop breastfeeding or stop taking mefenamic acid.

For older people: if you are over 65, your body can absorb this drug more slowly. This especially this lead to accumulation of the drug in your body and increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor can monitor your kidneys while you are taking mefenamic acid to make sure it is still safe for you.

For children: safety and efficacy of mefenamic acid not established in people under 14 years of age.

Interaction with other medicines

Medications

• angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE)
• angiotensin receptor blockers
• beta Boschtan