Rxmef
Rxmef Products are primarily used for
About Rxmef Products
Uses of Rxmef Products
Mefenamic Acid is used for pain relief. It relieves pain in conditions like period pain, headache, muscle pain, joint pain or dental pain.
Rxmef Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Rxmef are Nausea, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Drowsiness, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Flatulence, Dyspepsia, Dark colored stool, Hematemesis (vomiting blood), Ringing in ear.
How Rxmef Products work
Mefenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Patient Concerns about Rxmef Products
Frequently asked questions about Rxmef Products
Frequently asked questions about Mefenamic Acid
Q. How much Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension should I give to my child?
Your doctor will prescribe the dose according to your child’s condition and body weight. Stick to the prescribed dosing schedule as that is the best way to ensure the safe and complete recovery of your child.
Q. Can I increase or decrease the dose of Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension for my child by myself according to the severity of illness?
No, it is not recommended to alter the dose of the medicine without consulting a doctor. While increasing the dose without proper judgment may lead to toxicity, decreasing it may cause recurrence of symptoms. So, for best results, speak to your child’s doctor if you feel a change in dose may be needed.
Q. Can all children be given the same dose of Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension?
No. Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension cannot be given to everyone in the same dose. The doctor decides the appropriate dose of Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension based on the child’s age and body weight. The dose will even change for your child when he/she becomes older. Since the dose changes so unpredictably, you must never give any dose of this medicine to anyone without consulting a doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.
Q. When will my child feel better?
You may be required to give Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension to your child for a few days to weeks, depending upon the severity of the infection. Keep giving this medicine to your child in the dose and frequency advised by the doctor and you’ll notice that the pain or fever will reduce and your child will start feeling better. However, if your child continues to feel unwell even after completion of the full prescribed course of the medicine, consult your child’s doctor as soon as possible.
Q. Are there any serious side effects of this medicine for my child?
Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension is well-tolerated by most children. However, if your child experiences any intolerable episodes like persistent vomiting, body swelling, decreased urine frequency, serious allergic reaction, and severe pain due to gastric ulcers, then rush to your doctor on an immediate basis.
Q. How should Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension be stored?
Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
Q. Can I give Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension to my child for fever associated with dengue or COVID-19?
Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension can interfere with blood clotting processes which are already impaired in dengue, and hence, the use of Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension can result in excessive bleeding. Do not use Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension for COVID-19 as well because the safety of painkillers and antipyretics except paracetamol has not yet been established.
Q. My child is having a toothache and is taking Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension for the same. Now he has to undergo an extraction procedure. Should I continue giving Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension?
Withhold Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension for at least 3 to 5 days prior to a surgical procedure to prevent excessive bleeding. In case of any confusion, do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s doctor.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension?
Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Rxmef 100mg/5ml Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.