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Ponstel

Generic Name: Mefenamic Acid (me fe NAM ik AS id)Brand Name: Ponstel Warning This medicine may raise the risk of heart and blood vessel problems like heart attack and stroke. These effects can be deadly. The risk may be greater if you have heart disease or risks for heart disease. However, it can also...

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Ponstel Prescribing Information

Prescribing Information (FDA)

PONSTEL® (mefenamic acid) is a member of the fenamate group of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Each blue-banded, ivory capsule contains 250 mg of mefenamic acid for oral administration. Mefenamic acid is a white to greyish-white, odorless, microcrystalline powder with a melting point...

Ponstel results from the Pill Identifier

  • Pill RD 540 PONSTEL Blue & Yellow Capsule/Oblong is Ponstel
  • Pill FHPC 400 PONSTEL Yellow Capsule/Oblong is Ponstel

Ponstel Dosage Guide

Dosage Information (Advanced)

Ponstel Dosage Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of PONSTEL and other treatment options before deciding to use PONSTEL. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals (see WARNINGS; Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration...

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Ponstel Interactions Checker

Drug Interactions (Cerner Multum)

Ponstel Interactions There are 412 drugs known to interact with Ponstel (mefenamic acid), along with 10 disease interactions, and 2 alcohol/food interactions. Of the total drug interactions, 97 are major, 301 are moderate, and 14 are minor. Does Ponstel interact with my other drugs? Enter...

Ponstel Pill Images - What does Ponstel look like?

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Ponstel Pill Images Note: Multiple pictures are displayed for those medicines available in different strengths, marketed under different brand names and for medicines manufactured by different pharmaceutical companies. Multi-ingredient medications may also be listed when applicable. What does...

Generic Ponstel Availability

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Generic Ponstel Availability Ponstel is a brand name of mefenamic acid , approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s): PONSTEL (mefenamic acid - capsule;oral) Manufacturer: AVION PHARMS Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982 Strength(s): 250MG [ RLD ] [ AB ] Is there a generic version of Ponstel...

Ponstel Side Effects: Common, Severe, Long Term

Side Effects (Drugs.com)

Ponstel Side Effects Serious side effects Other side effects Professional info Note: This document provides detailed information about Ponstel Side Effects associated with mefenamic acid . Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Ponstel . Applies to...

Ponstel Alternatives Compared

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Ponstel Alternatives Compared View side-by-side comparisons of medication uses, ratings, cost, side effects and interactions. Ponstel (mefenamic acid) Naproxen Ibuprofen Enter another drug to compare View side-by-side comparisons of medication uses, ratings, cost, side effects and interactions...

Ponstel Reviews & Ratings

User Reviews (Drugs.com)

Ponstel User Reviews & Ratings Ponstel has an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from a total of 19 reviews on Drugs.com. 58% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 32% reported a negative experience. Condition Avg. Rating Reviews Compare Period Pain 6.8 16 reviews for Period Pain 85...

Ponstel Advanced Patient Information Consumer Information (Micromedex)

Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)

Ponstel (Oral) Uses Before taking Dosage Warnings Side effects Brand names The Ponstel brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available . Oral route(Capsule) NSAIDs cause an increased risk of...

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Comparing Diclofenac vs Ponstel View side-by-side comparisons of medication uses, ratings, cost, side effects and interactions. Diclofenac Ponstel (mefenamic acid) Enter another drug to compare View side-by-side comparisons of medication uses, ratings, cost, side effects and interactions...

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