About Mefenamic Acid suspension 50mg
Mefenamic Acid Suspension is an NSAID used to relieve fever and mild to moderate pain in children.
Mefenamic Acid Suspension 50mg Uses
- Fever in infants and young children
- Mild to moderate pain relief in children
- Teething pain and discomfort
- Fever and soreness after vaccination
- Earache and throat pain in children
- Muscle aches and minor injuries in children
Doctors and pediatricians in Pakistan often prefer a suspension form of mefenamic acid for young children because tablets are hard to swallow at that age. This format allows accurate weight based dosing, which is especially important for children under 5 years old.
Pediatricians in Pakistan usually calculate the dose based on the child's exact body weight rather than age alone. This lowers the chances of giving too little or too much medicine, since children can vary widely in weight at the same age.
Doctors also point out that suspensions act faster than tablets in small children, since they are already in liquid form and get absorbed more easily. This makes them a practical choice for sudden fever or pain that needs quick relief at home.
میفینامک ایسڈ سسپنشن کے استعمالات
- بچوں میں بخار کم کرنے کے لیے
- ہلکے سے درمیانے درد میں آرام کے لیے
- دانت نکلنے کے دوران درد اور تکلیف میں
- ویکسینیشن کے بعد ہونے والے ہلکے بخار میں
- کان اور گلے کے درد میں عارضی آرام کے لیے
Mefenamic Acid suspension 50mg formula
How to use Mefenamic Acid suspension 50mg?
- Give this suspension to children only as advised by a doctor or pediatrician
- Shake the bottle well before every use to mix the medicine evenly
- Measure the exact dose using the calibrated oral syringe or measuring cup provided, not a kitchen spoon
- The usual dose is 6.5 mg per kg of the child's body weight, given three times a day after food
- Do not give this suspension to infants under 6 months of age
- Avoid using for more than 5 to 7 days without consulting a doctor
- Ask a pharmacist or doctor to help calculate the exact dose based on the child's current weight
Drug Interactions
- Aspirin and other NSAIDs, increased risk of stomach bleeding and ulcers
- Warfarin and other blood thinners, increased risk of bleeding
- Diuretics, reduced effectiveness and added strain on the kidneys
- ACE inhibitors or ARBs used for blood pressure, reduced blood pressure control and kidney effects
- Lithium, increased lithium levels in the blood
- Methotrexate, increased risk of methotrexate toxicity
- Corticosteroids, higher risk of stomach ulcers when combined
Risks and warnings
- Use with caution in children with asthma, as NSAIDs can sometimes trigger breathing problems
- Avoid use in children with a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
- Consult a doctor before use in children with kidney or liver issues
- Not recommended for infants below 6 months of age
- Avoid use in children who are dehydrated or losing fluids from vomiting or diarrhea
- Do not use for chickenpox or during active viral infections without medical advice
- Long term or high dose use should only be done under a pediatrician's supervision
Mefenamic Acid Suspension 50mg Side Effects
- Stomach upset or pain
- Nausea or vomiting
- Loose stools or diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Drowsiness
- Skin rash
- Dizziness
- Blood in stools or black stools, seek medical help immediately
- Swelling of the face or lips or difficulty breathing, seek emergency care
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
- Do not refrigerate or freeze this suspension
- Shake the bottle well before every use
- Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
- Keep out of reach and sight of children
- Discard any unused suspension 4 weeks after opening the bottle
- Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
