Uses:
This product is indicated for the relief of period pain.
Pharmacy Medicine.
Easy to swallow.
20 Pack
20 capsules
For use by adults and children from 14 years and over: Take 2 capsules swallowed whole with water three times a day with food from the onset and for the duration of pain. Ponstan should be taken at the first sign of pain to maximise effectiveness.
Do not use if carton seal is broken or if capsule foil is broken.
Do Not Use This Product:
- If you have a current or past history of stomach ulcer, bleeding disorders or intestinal disorders.
- If you are allergic to mefenamic acid, aspirin, or other anti-inflammatory medicines.
- If you have impaired kidney function, kidney disease, heart failure, or liver failure.
- Right before or after heart surgery.
- In children under 14 years of age.
- If you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
Unless your doctor has told you, do not use this product:
- If you suffer from asthma, high blood pressure, heart or liver disease.
- If you are breastfeeding.
Unless your doctor or pharmacist has told you, do not use this product if you:
- Take other medicines containing mefenamic acid, aspirin other anti-inflammatory medicines, blood thinners, or with any other medicines you take regularly.
- Are using an intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD).
- Have previously had diarrhoea when taking Ponstan.
Stop use and see your doctor immediately if you have an allergic reaction. Do not use for more than a few days at a time unless a doctor has told you to. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Excessive use can be harmful and increase the risk of heart attack, stroke or liver damage.
This medication may be dangerous when used in large amounts or for a long time. if an overdose is taken or suspected stop use and ring the Poisons Information Centre (Australia 13 11 26, New Zealand 0800 764 766).
Mefenamic Acid 250mg
Lactose, Sugar.
Box
Height: 64mm, Width: 117mm, Depth: 24mm, Weight: 20g
