JPM Brand Name
Dysman
Generic Name
Mefenamic Acid
Category
Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Indications
As an anti-inflammatory analgesic for the symptomatic relief of rheumatoid arthritis (including Still's Disease) and osteoarthritis.
For the symptomatic relief of pain including muscular, traumatic and dental pain, headaches of most aetiology, post-operative and post-partum pain; and pyrexia in children.
The relief of pain and other symptoms of primary dysmenorrhea.
Menorrhagia due to dysfunctional causes and presence of an IUD when other pelvic pathology has been ruled out.
Uses
In addition to the preceding indications, DYSMAN may also be used in the following conditions:
The relief of migraine headache or other vascular headaches, when taken at the first sign of onset. DYSMAN may also be taken prior to menstruation to prevent migraine associated with menstruation.
The treatment of painful nonrheumatic inflammatory conditions, such as athletic injuries, bursitis, capsulitis, synovitis, tendinitis, or tenosynovitis.