Question 1

hi doctor. i am allergic to ibuprofen but a clinic i regularly go to gave me pontalon that contains mefenamic acid instead. now my eyes are swollen. ?

Accepted Answer

Discontinue med: Pontalon is for mild pain or menstral cramps.
If you are allergic to ibuprofen, you may also be allergic to Pontalon. follow up with your doctor for alternative therapy and try cold compresses to lids and benadryl (diphenhydramine) for swellng and itching.

Question 2

what does ponstel (mefenamic acid) do?

Accepted Answer

Pain relief: Ponstel is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory mediation.  It is used the same as aspirin, motrin, aleve, (naproxen) etc.

Question 3

how much mefenamic acid is an overdose ?

Accepted Answer

1.5 Gm: You should not take more than 6 250mg tablets per day and take no longer than 1week. Overdosage is variable depending upon your underlying medical conditions.

Question 4

is it possible to die from overdosing on mefenamic acid tablets!?

Accepted Answer

Not easily but: It can cause GI problems thjat can lead to bleeding that may not be able to be resolved and death can ensue.

This is not something to od on but why would you want to take more that the right amount os any drug at all.

See a doctor soon to discuss you concerns.

Question 5

what could cause me to be allergic to rocephib and mefenamic acid?

Accepted Answer

Some: People develop allergies due the creation of immune response to the drug on first exposure. The immune response produces antibodies to the drug. When re-challenged with the same drug the antibodies recognize the drug as a foreign and release large some of histamine to fight the foreign body

Question 6

side effects of ponstel (mefenamic acid)?!

Accepted Answer

Stomach upset: Ponstel (mefenamic acid) can cause stomach upset and ulcer.

Question 7

could mefenamic acid tablets stop bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Mefenamic acid: Mefenamic acid is used in treatment of  menstrual cramps, heavy menstrual bleeding &amp; PMS.

Question 8

how often can i give a 10 year old mefenamic acid?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: under 14 years old, unless your doctor approves, and gives specific directions.

Question 9

is it ok to drink mefenamic acid while breadfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Not okay: Yes, it enters breast milk.

Question 10

do i go to the gyno to get ponstel (mefenamic acid)?

Accepted Answer

Or your regular doc: Your pediatrician or internist can prescribe the medication as well as a gynocologist.

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Pontalon mefenamic acid

A member asked:

Hi doctor. i am allergic to ibuprofen but a clinic i regularly go to gave me pontalon that contains mefenamic acid instead. now my eyes are swollen. ?

A member asked:

What does ponstel (mefenamic acid) do?

A member asked:

How much mefenamic acid is an overdose ?

A member asked:

Is it possible to die from overdosing on mefenamic acid tablets!?

A member asked:

What could cause me to be allergic to rocephib and mefenamic acid?

A member asked:

Side effects of ponstel (mefenamic acid)?!

A member asked:

Could mefenamic acid tablets stop bleeding?

A member asked:

How often can i give a 10 year old mefenamic acid?

A member asked:

Is it ok to drink mefenamic acid while breadfeeding?

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Do i go to the gyno to get ponstel (mefenamic acid)?

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