Meftal-P Suspension

Mefenamic Acid (100mg/5ml)
🏭 Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd 📦 bottle of 60 ml Oral Suspension 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: May 1, 2026
⚠️ Medical Safety Information
🤰 Pregnancy Category X/C/D

📋 Drug Information

Generic NameMefenamic Acid (100mg/5ml)
ManufacturerBlue Cross Laboratories Ltd
Packagingbottle of 60 ml Oral Suspension
Therapeutic ClassPAIN ANALGESICS
Action ClassNSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (fenamates)
Habit Forming✓ No
Prescription Required✓ Yes (Schedule H Drug)

💊 What is Meftal-P Suspension used for?

Meftal-P Suspension 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-P Suspension 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-P Suspension

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

Common and serious side effects may include:

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite

Note: This is not a complete list. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

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📖 Patient Counseling

  • 🔹 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. Skip if it's almost time for next dose.
  • 🔹 Seek immediate medical help if you experience severe allergic reactions