Generic equivalent of Mefenamic acid
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Mefenamic acid is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug Mefenamic acid. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Mefenamic acid through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Mefenamic acid capsules are a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug indicated for: For management of mild to moderate pain in patient 14 years of age and older, when therapy will not exceed one week (7 days). ( 1.1 ) For treatment of primary dysmenorrhea. ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Mild to Moderate Pain Mefenamic acid capsules are indicated for management of mild to moderate pain in adults and pediatric patients 14 years of age and older, when therapy will not exceed one week (7 days). 1.2 Dysmenorrhea Mefenamic acid capsules are indicated for treatment of primary dysmenorrhea.
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] GI Bleeding, Ulceration and Perforation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Heart Failure and Edema [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Renal Toxicity and Hyperkalemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6…
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 Drug Interactions See Table 1 for clinically significant drug interactions with mefenamic acid. Table 1: Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with Mefenamic Acid Drugs That Interfere with Hemostasis Clinical Impact: Mefenamic acid and anticoagulants such as warfarin have a synergistic effect on bleeding. The concomitant use of mefenamic acid and anticoagulants have an increased risk of serious bleeding compared to the use of either drug alone. Serotonin release by pla…
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adults and adolescents 14 years of age and older: 500 mg given orally as an initial dose followed by 250 mg every 6 hours as needed ( 2.2 ) For the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea: 500 mg given orally as an initial dose followed by 250 mg every 6 hours ( 2.3 ) 2.1 Important Dosage and Administration Information Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of mefenamic acid capsules and other treatment options before deciding to use mefenamic acid capsules. Us…
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide) that accompanies each prescription dispensed. Inform patients, families and their caregivers of the following information before initiating therapy with mefenamic acid capsules and periodically during the course of ongoing therapy. Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events Advise patients to be alert for the symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events, including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech, and to report any of these symptoms to their healthcare provide…
Source: FDA. For professional use only. Not a substitute for prescribing information.
| Name | Status |
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| MEFENAMIC ACID 250 MG 30 CAP | 2-Day |
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Mefenamic acid carries an FDA Orange Book TE code of AB. Therapeutically equivalent — meets FDA bioequivalence requirements; may be substituted for the reference listed drug. Always verify substitution with the current Orange Book before dispensing.
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