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Advise ponstel (mefenamic acid) for period cramps?

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Dr. Kevin Windisch answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Is there a question: Ponstel (mefenamic acid) is a drug commonly used for menstrual cramps. What would you like to know about the drug?

Dr Brown agreed

Answered 9/11/2019

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