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Mefim Suspension Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

MEFENAMIC ACID-100MG

Uses:

Fever, pain

Medicinal Benefits:

Mefim Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) indicated for the symptomatic treatment of fever in children above six months. It is also useful for the relief of mild to moderate pain in children. Mefim Suspension contains 'Mefenamic acid', which works by inhibiting the cyclooxygenase enzyme, which is responsible for the formation of prostaglandins. Thus, Mefim Suspension helps relieve fever and pain.

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Mefim Suspension works by blocking the chemical messengers responsible for pain and fever. Thus, Mefim Suspension provides relief from pain and fever.

Mefim Suspension should be used as prescribed, for the shortest time and lowest possible dose needed. Avoid using it for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor.

Mefim Suspension may prolong prothrombin time (time taken for the blood to clot). Therefore, frequent monitoring of prothrombin time is required if Mefim Suspension is given to children taking oral anticoagulants.

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