Femidol 500 mg/250 mg Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd
Active Ingredient	Tranexamic Acid (500mg) + Mefenamic Acid (250mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	BLOOD RELATED
User Rating	5.0
User Reviews	799

FAQ

What is the recommended storage condition for Femidol 500 mg/250 mg?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Femidol 500 mg/250 mg?

Yes, it is considered to be harmful for patients with severe kidney failure, active intravascular clotting (obstruction in the blood flow due to blood clots), and color vision disorders.

What is Femidol 500 mg/250 mg?

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg is a combination of two medicines: Tranexamic Acid and Mefenamic Acid. This medication is used to treat pain and is used to treat heavy bleeding during menstrual cycle (monthly periods) in women.

What if you forget to take Femidol Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Femidol 500 mg/250 mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg Tablet Reviews

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg is a combination medicine used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding and menstrual pain. It prevents the breakdown of blood clots to control excessive bleeding during periods. It also blocks the production of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation.

You can take Femidol 500 mg/250 mg at any time of day, with food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. It should be taken on first day of the periods to get the most benefit. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by the doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Remember to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Inform your doctor if you do not observe any change in periods even after 3 consecutive periods.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, headache, nasal congestion, sinus pain, sinus inflammation, rash, tiredness, and musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain. It may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. It is advised to consult with your doctor if you do not notice any changes in periods after 3 consecutive periods.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any kidney problems or vaginal bleeding disorder. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking. You might be asked for eye check-ups while taking this medicine. It is advised to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.

How Femidol 500 mg/250 mg Tablet Works

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg is a combination of two medicines: Tranexamic Acid and Mefenamic Acid. Tranexamic Acid is an anti-fibrinolytic. It works by preventing the breakdown of blood clots to control excessive bleeding during periods. Mefenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

How to Use Femidol 500 mg/250 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Femidol 500 mg/250 mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Femidol 500 mg/250 mg Tablet

In Treatment of Menstrual pain: Femidol 500 mg/250 mg relieves the pain due to muscle cramps during menstrual cycles (periods). It blocks the pain signals, relaxes the muscles and prevents sudden contractions (spasms) of muscles. This treats your pain and discomfort. You may also use a heating pad, take a hot water shower, avoid stress and try mild exercise for easing out the pain.
In Treatment of Heavy menstrual bleeding: Heavy menstrual bleeding is definitely a concern for every woman. Femidol 500 mg/250 mg is a combination of medicine that helps treat heavy menstrual bleeding. It helps the lining of the uterus or womb to clot during periods and thus reduces heavy bleeding. It is advisable to use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. Also, you can do yoga or meditation to reduce stress and divert your mind during those days.

Uses of Femidol 500 mg/250 mg Tablet

Treatment of Heavy menstrual bleeding
Treatment of Menstrual pain

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Femidol 500 mg/250 mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Femidol 500 mg/250 mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Femidol 500 mg/250 mg is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Femidol 500 mg/250 mg.

Quick Tips

Femidol 500 mg/250 mg helps relieve menstrual pain and abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding.
Take it on the first day of a heavy period. Taking it before or after will not have any benefit.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver disease.
Inform your doctor if there is no improvement in your bleeding after using this medicine for three consecutive menstrual periods.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Your doctor will prescribe the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time necessary to relieve your symptoms.