Question 1

how long to wait to consume alcohol after taking 500mg mefenamic acid?

Accepted Answer

Better to avoid: Hello Sarah891,  It is best to avoid alcohol while you are taking the mefanamic acid due to the adverse events so while taking the medicine it is recommended to avoid alcohol.  When you are done with the medicine you should be able to use alcohol within 24 hours of stopping the drug.  If taking during the use of the drug then protect your stomach with antacids which can prevent problems.

Question 2

what is ponstan forte use for?

Accepted Answer

Menstrual pain: Period cramps would be a common use.

Question 3

is it true that "ponstan forte" can cause heart attack and is inhibited in france?

Accepted Answer

No: This is a NSAID and dose not cause heart attacks, although it may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.  I am unaware it it is available in France

Question 4

i have two cyst on my ovaries which causes severe pain. how do i get rid of the cyst and stop the pains? im taking ponstan forte 500mg

Accepted Answer

Decreasing: carbohydrates can help prevent new cysts,  current cysts might respond to hormonal treatment, but would likely require surgery to remove the cysts if remain persistent and/or painful.

Question 5

can you get overdosed from ponstan?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and regarding overdose, the label reads: "seizures, acute renal failure, and coma have been reported with [ponstan] overdoses. Overdose has led to fatalities.".

Question 6

can ponstan pills and seizures be related?

Accepted Answer

No there is none: No there is no relationship at all.

Question 7

can i ask if l-lysine is safe to take with alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Drug interaction checker shows no interactions btwn alcohol and L-lysine.

Question 8

is it ok to take ponstan (ponstal in the us) if you have asthma?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ponstal is a type of NSAID like motrin.  Unless you are allergic to the medication it won't cause your asthma to flare.

Question 9

does n-a-c (n-acetyl-l-cysteine) help hangover and help your body process alcohol faster?

Accepted Answer

NAC: During a hangover, the body is fighting to regain equilibrium in several ways. Alcohol depletes the body's water, electrolytes and vitamins, so part of the hangover is dehydration, electrolyte imbalance and vitamin deficiency. Drinking water and electrolyte solutions along With Vitamin B supplements can help. Alcohol also causes liver toxicity which can be counteracted by NAC which detoxifies.

Question 10

would consuming alcohol on day 1 effect working out on day 2? for l seem to have less energy during workout when i have drinks up to 24 hours prior.

Accepted Answer

Alcohol = a toxin: No matter how enjoyable even moderate alcohol drinking may be, the fact remains that it is a toxin for your body -- especially liver and brain.  Essentially you're asking your body to process a poison.  So, your body will be less efficient both during intoxication and until all traces of alcohol have been processed.  Remember that hangover is multifaceted.  Be well.

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What is ponstan forte use for?

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Is it true that "ponstan forte" can cause heart attack and is inhibited in france?

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I have two cyst on my ovaries which causes severe pain. how do i get rid of the cyst and stop the pains? im taking ponstan forte 500mg

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Can you get overdosed from ponstan?

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Can ponstan pills and seizures be related?

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Can i ask if l-lysine is safe to take with alcohol?

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Is it ok to take ponstan (ponstal in the us) if you have asthma?

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Does n-a-c (n-acetyl-l-cysteine) help hangover and help your body process alcohol faster?

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Would consuming alcohol on day 1 effect working out on day 2? for l seem to have less energy during workout when i have drinks up to 24 hours prior.

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