What does Dolfenal do?

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Dolfenal drugs are classified as anti-inflammatory, pain relievers without steroids. Let's find out some information to know if Dolfenal is harmful and how to use it through the following article.

1. What does Dolfenal do?

Dolfenal is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and pain reliever based on mefenamic acid. The drug is effective with pain such as:
Moderate pain in people with neuritis; Persistent headache; Pain caused by physical trauma; Cramps after childbirth or surgery; toothache; Pain caused by inflammation leading to high fever; Dysmenorrhea ; Lower abdomen pain. These pains can only be alleviated, anti-inflammatory, but not completely relieved.

2. Classification of drugs by content

Types of antibiotics can be divided into many types with different dosages. Dolfenal is available in tablet form. The strength of tablets is currently divided into 2 types, 250 mg and 500 mg. These 2 doses will be indicated for appropriate use for each subject.

3. Guidelines for choosing the right dose for each subject

Antibiotics are often used as prescribed by a doctor. Therefore, each situation will have different usage. You want to know the best way to use it, you need to consult your doctor for guidance.
3.1. Dosage for adults Adults will be based on the actual condition that the doctor prescribes accordingly. Usually the first dose, the doctor will give Dolphenal 500mg to overcome inflammation and relieve pain quickly. Then reduce the dose to 250 mg. Subsequent doses, if needed, will be spaced 6 hours apart. Most of the time, the doctor will give the treatment medicine for 1 week to finish.
Dosage of the drug for the treatment of dysmenorrhea is similar to other cases. However, instead of using it for a week, it only takes 2-3 days. In particular, patients with impaired liver function or the elderly will be prioritized to use it for pain relief and anti-inflammatory.
3.2. Dosage for children Pain relievers need to be prescribed by a doctor to be used in children. Most users need to be over 14 years old. Only when prescribed by a doctor can it be used for children under 14 years of age. Therefore, the dose is still applied as an adult.

4. How to take Dolfenal correctly

Like commonly prescribed antibiotics, Dolfenal should be taken after meals. However, to ensure the effectiveness of the drug you should ask more about how to use it from your doctor. Dosage and administration of the drug will not be fixed. The treating doctor knows the health situation will give the most appropriate advice. Therefore, you should not arbitrarily change the dose or duration of use at will. During prolonged treatment, a low dose is usually preferred.
Usually the time to take the drug will last about 7 days. This is the maximum amount of time to resolve the inflammation and relieve the pain. You should not use it longer because it will cause unpredictable consequences. In particular, a doctor should be consulted and supported during the time of taking the drug.

5. Matters needing attention when over or underdosing

For users with incorrect dosage, the danger will be higher. In case your body has unusual symptoms, please notify your doctor immediately. Then quickly move to the hospital or medical station for timely examination and emergency.
Missing a dose is a common problem. Skip the missed dose if it has been more than 6 hours. Take your next dose as usual. After encountering that situation, you need to have a method to remind you to avoid forgetting the dose in the next time you take the medicine.

6. Some unwanted reactions and notes when taking the drug

Almost all drugs have unintended effects. The problem may be caused by the user's body sensitivity or irritation to the ingredients. Dolfenal users may experience some symptoms such as:
Abdominal pain, flatulence, abdominal pain, vomiting after taking the drug; Diarrhea or constipation; Dizziness accompanied by headache; Itching, skin rash; Hearing buzzing and hearing effects. These problems will appear quite common if the patient's body interacts with the drug. However, in addition to the above problem, other more dangerous side effects are still possible if you do not follow the instructions of your doctor.
In some studies, scientists have found that people with cardiovascular disease may have an increased risk of heart attack and even stroke when taking Dolfenal. In particular, if the treatment is prolonged and the drug is used during that time, this risk is also increased. Therefore, use should be discontinued before or after cardiac surgery.
Antibiotics often cause stomach problems. If the patient has a history of gastric disease, this should be noted. People with intestinal or stomach bleeding will be at risk of death after using the drug. In the elderly group of patients, the risk is high and may not appear to be urgent for emergency care.
Similarly, patients with kidney disease or ulcerative colitis should not use Dolfenal.
Pregnant women will minimize the use of antibiotics unless necessary. However, if you use Dolfenal in the last 3 months of pregnancy, it will be dangerous for the baby. For this subject, it is necessary to inform the doctor to consider other drug options.
Antibiotics can affect breast milk, not good for the health and development of young children. Therefore, people who are breastfeeding young children will not be used.

7. Interactions of Dolfenal

Antibiotics when used can be caused by chemical components that cause good or bad interactions. With prescription drugs, doctors will often consider medications to minimize this unwanted interaction. At the same time, patients also ensure that they will use the correct dose and instructions of the doctor.
Any act of arbitrarily stopping or increasing the dose of the drug is harmful to the body. During the use of Dolfenal, anticoagulants or drugs that act on plasma proteins should not be used together.
Health conditions that affect medication suitability. You need to consider and talk to your doctor before using the drug. In addition, alcoholic beverages and less healthy foods should not be used to ensure the best treatment for the body.

8. Instructions for storing the medicine after removing the packaging

On the product packaging, almost all instructions for drug preservation are clearly stated. You need to read carefully to make sure the medicine is not damaged during use. This medicine should be kept away from children and pets to avoid swallowing.
Dolfenal is mainly used to relieve moderate pain. This is an antibiotic with many side effects and cannot be used without a doctor's prescription. If you need more information about the drug, contact your pharmacist or medical advice.

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