Mefkind Ds Mango And Honey Flavour Bottle Of 60ml Suspension

Mefkind Ds suspension is pain and fever-reducing medicine. It contains a combination of mefenamic acid and paracetamol as its active ingredients. It is used for the relief of symptoms of mild to moderate pain, such as muscle and joint pain, headache, migraine, and tooth pain.

It is also used to relieve pain caused by sports injuries, sprains, and strains. Before starting with Mefkind Ds suspension, inform your doctor about all other medicines, herbal preparations and over-the-counter medicines you are taking. Also inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in the exact dose and duration. Taking more than the daily dose of this medicine may cause serious liver damage or allergic reactions like swelling of the face, mouth & throat, difficulty breathing, itching or rash. Mefkind Ds suspension should not be used for managing pain before, during and after coronary bypass surgery.

Dosage

Overdose

The symptoms of an overdose of Mefkind Ds suspension include lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting and stomach pain. In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of Mefkind Ds suspension, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Mefkind Ds suspension contains a combination of mefenamic acid and paracetamol as its active ingredients.
• Mefenamic acid and paracetamol are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs). They work by preventing the synthesis of prostaglandins, a chemical responsible for pain, inflammation, and swelling.

Directions for Use

• Take Mefkind Ds suspension as instructed by your doctor.
• Shake well before use.
• Do not consume it directly from the bottle.
• Use a measuring cup, spoon or dropper for the exact quantity.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Mefkind Ds suspension during pregnancy?

Mefkind Ds suspension should not be used in a pregnant woman, especially in the last three months of pregnancy. If you think you are pregnant or might become pregnant, discontinue the treatment and talk to your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Mefkind Ds suspension while breastfeeding?

Mefkind Ds suspension passes into the breast milk in small amounts. Thus, it should only be taken by breastfeeding women if recommended by the doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Mefkind Ds suspension?

No information is available on the effect of Mefkind Ds suspension on the ability to drive or use machines. However, if you experience any side effects after taking this medicine, it is advisable not to drive or operate machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Mefkind Ds suspension?

There is no interaction of Mefkind Ds suspension with alcohol. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a liver or kidney problem.
• You have an ulcer in your stomach or intestine, or holes in the digestive tract.
• You experience changes in blood count or anaemia.
• You are suffering from high blood pressure.
• You have a history of asthma or allergic reactions.
• You have fluid retention in your body (oedema).
• You have a heart condition like stroke, heart failure or a heart attack.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to mefenamic acid, paracetamol, or any of the ingredients of Mefkind Ds suspension.
• If you have asthma or have experienced an asthmatic attack due to painkillers.
• If you are suffering from inflammation in the digestive tract.
• If you have or had stomach ulcers.
• If you are pregnant.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Skin rashes
• Drowsiness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Mefkind Ds suspension works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medications, supplements, or herbal supplements you are currently taking or may take to avoid any potential interactions.
• Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines used to treat nausea or vomiting, like metoclopramide or domperidone, and medicines used to treat bacterial infections, like chloramphenicol.
• Medicines used to thin blood, such as warfarin, should be used with caution, as there is a chance of increased bleeding upon long-term use.
• Anti-platelet medicines such as aspirin or clopidogrel, steroids and painkillers, when taken along with this medicine, can induce stomach or intestinal bleeding.
• Antidiabetic medicines, when taken in combination with Mefkind Ds suspension, can cause low blood sugar levels.
• Cholesterol-lowering medicines like cholestyramine should be taken with a minimum gap of 2 hours.
• Mefkind Ds suspension should not be taken for 8 to 12 days after taking a medicine called mifepristone.
• Digoxin, used to treat heart failure, should not be taken along with this medicine.
• Medicines used to lower blood pressure, such as water pills, immunomodulatory medicines like tacrolimus and ciclosporin, and certain antibiotics, should be used cautiously.

Storage and disposal

• Store Mefkind Ds suspension at room temperature, away from light and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can we take Mefkind Ds suspension empty stomach?

No, you should always take Mefkind Ds suspension with or after food.

How does Mefkind Ds suspension work on a headache?

Headache or any pain is caused due to the production of inflammatory mediators such as prostaglandin. Mefkind Ds suspension blocks the formation of those chemicals and relieves headaches.

Is Mefkind Ds suspension an antibiotic?

No, Mefkind Ds suspension is not an antibiotic medicine. It helps in relieving pain.

How long does Mefkind Ds suspension take to show its actions?

This medicine usually starts working within an hour. However, it can vary among individuals depending on their physiology and other biological parameters.