Mefenamic Acid 50 mg + Paracetamol 125 mg
Mefenamic Acid 50 mg + Paracetamol 125 mg
Mefenamic Acid 50 mg + Paracetamol 125 mg suspension is a combination of Mefenamic Acid, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), and Paracetamol, a widely used analgesic and antipyretic. It is primarily indicated for the management of mild to moderate pain and fever in pediatric and adult patients.
Composition (per 5 ml):
- Mefenamic Acid – 50 mg
- Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) – 125 mg
Pharmacological Action:
- Mefenamic Acid acts by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX), an enzyme involved in prostaglandin synthesis, thereby reducing pain and inflammation.
- Paracetamol works centrally in the brain to reduce fever and relieve pain by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis.
Therapeutic Uses:
- Fever
- Headache
- Toothache
- Musculoskeletal pain
- Post-immunization fever and pain
- Dysmenorrhea (in older children/adolescents)
Benefits:
- Dual-action relief from both pain and fever
- Fast onset of action
- Well-tolerated in children when used under medical guidance
