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Meyer drugs are manufactured by Meyer-BPC Joint Venture Company - VIETNAM. Mayer's main ingredient is Mefenamic acid, which is used in the treatment of pain relief for cases after surgery, trauma, postpartum pain, ...
1. What is Meyer?
Meyer belongs to the group of antipyretic, pain reliever, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, medicine for gout and joint diseases. Meyer's active ingredient is mefenamic acid.
Dosage form: film-coated tablets, each containing 500mg of mefenamic acid and excipients just enough.
Packing form: blister pack of 10 film-coated tablets, each box of mefenamic acid contains 10 blisters.
2. Uses of Meyer
Pharmacodynamics: mefenamic acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, classified as fenamate. Mefenamic acid has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandins.Pharmacokinetics:
Absorption: Mefenamic acid is rapidly absorbed and has a peak plasma concentration about 2 hours after oral administration. Plasma concentrations of mefenamic acid are dose proportional and no drug accumulation occurs. Distribution: half-life in the blood from 2 to 4 hours. Mefenamic acid is diffused to the liver and kidneys first, and then to other tissues in the body. This drug crosses the placenta and is excreted in breast milk. Mefenamic acid is highly bound to plasma proteins. Metabolism: Mefenamic acid is metabolised to two inactive metabolites, a hydroxymethyl derivative and a carboxyl derivative, which are subsequently metabolized in the liver as conjugated to glucuronic acid. Elimination: About 2/3 of the dose is excreted in the urine, mainly as conjugated metabolites. Between 10% and 20% of the dose is excreted in the feces within 3 days as the carboxyl derivative. Effects: Mefenamic acid has the main effect of relieving headache, neuralgia, toothache, traumatic pain, postoperative pain, menstrual pain, ...
3. Indications and contraindications of Meyer
Meyer is indicated in the treatment of mild to moderate physical pain and neuralgia, migraine, postoperative pain, trauma, postpartum pain, toothache, post-febrile pain inflammatory reaction, dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia with pain, pain in the lower abdomen.Absolutely do not use Meyer medicine for the following people:
Patients who are allergic to any ingredient in Meyer medicine. Patients with impaired liver and kidney function.
4. Dosage and how to use Meyer
Always follow your doctor's instructions about Meyer medicine, absolutely do not change the dose and route of medication on your own, and do not give this medicine to others even if they have the same symptoms as you. .
Dosage: 250mg - 500mg / time x 3 times / day.
How to use: swallow the tablet whole with water, do not chew or crush the tablet. You can take Meyer with meals or as advised by your doctor or pharmacist. Each course of treatment is maximum 7 days, should not prolong the use of the drug.
What to do when you miss a dose?
Take another dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose as directed. Do not take 2 doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose. What to do in case of drug overdose?
Need to read carefully and use the exact dose according to the manufacturer's instruction sheet or follow the doctor's instructions. In case of overdose Meyer should stop the drug and self-monitor your health. When you see unusual symptoms, you should immediately notify your doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for treatment.
5. Undesirable effects when taking Meyer
Like other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, Meyer medicine can cause undesirable effects such as gastrointestinal disturbances, rash, headache, dizziness, depression, itching, leukopenia, exacerbation. than asthma. When used in high doses, the drug can cause convulsions, so it should not be used in case of epilepsy. These side effects disappear when the drug is stopped. If you experience any unusual symptoms while taking this medicine, tell your doctor immediately.
6. Some notes when using Meyer
Pregnant women: When taking any drug in pregnant women, it is necessary to carefully weigh the benefits and risks that the drug brings.
Breastfeeding women: need to consult a doctor before taking the drug to protect the safety of mother and baby.
Caution when using the drug for the following subjects: the elderly, children < 15 years old, people with liver failure, kidney failure, myasthenia gravis, coma, stomach ulcers.
7. Meyer's storage instructions
Store Meyer medicine in a cool, dry place, away from direct light.
The medicine is best stored at a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius.
Keep this medicine out of reach of children and pets
Do not store Meyer in places that are too hot or too humid because it will affect drug quality.
The above information will help the use of Meyer drugs in patients be good, effective and minimize side effects that can affect health. If you have more questions, you should talk to your doctor directly for appropriate indications.
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