meftal 500 tablet

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Mefenamic Acid (500mg) (Click to see all medicines with same salt)
🏭 Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Jun 2, 2026
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📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Mefenamic Acid (500mg)
Manufacturer / BrandBlue Cross Laboratories Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassPAIN ANALGESICS
Action ClassNSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (fenamates)
Prescription Required✓ Yes (Schedule H Drug)
StorageRoom temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture

💊 What is meftal 500 tablet used for? (Indications)

Meftal 500 Tablet is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain conditions like menstrual pain, headache, muscle pain, joint pain or dental pain. It effectively alleviates pain and inflammation.Meftal 500 Tablet should be taken with food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.The most common side effects of this medicine include mild vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, headache, and dizziness. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have asthma, have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using the medicine.

💡 How to Take meftal 500 tablet (Dosage Instructions)

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

  • ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor
  • ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
  • ✅ Complete the full course of medication
  • ✅ Store at room temperature away from moisture

⚠️ Side Effects of meftal 500 tablet

Common and serious side effects may include:

  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

📖 Patient Counseling & Warnings

  • 🔹 Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor
  • 🔹 Inform your doctor about all other medications you're taking
  • 🔹 Avoid alcohol while taking this medication
  • 🔹 If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember
  • 🔹 Seek immediate medical help if you experience severe allergic reactions
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