Fenamin 250 250 mg Capsules
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 24 February 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of post-traumatic conditions such as pain, swelling, and inflammation.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 500 mg three times a day; Acute pain: 500 mg initially, then 250 mg every 6 hours. Max 5 days.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Avoid in pregnancy, especially after 20 weeks; not recommended during breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Warfarin
- Lithium
- Corticosteroids
- SSRIs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to mefenamic acid
- History of gastrointestinal bleeding
- Active peptic ulcer
- Epilepsy
- Heart failure
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Headache
Counselling Points
- Take with food
- Monitor for gastrointestinal symptoms
- Avoid use in late pregnancy
- Report any unusual symptoms immediately
Serious warnings
- Risk of gastrointestinal bleeding
- Fluid retention
- Potential for cardiovascular events
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