Manufacturer: McW Healthcare
Salt Composition : Mefenamic Acid(50mg/5ml), Paracetamol(125mg/5ml)
Bottle of 60ml Syrup
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Adhere to the prescribed dose, time, and way while giving Dolomec MF Syrup to your child. Give it orally, preferably at a fixed time. It can be given before or after food, but giving it after food helps prevent the chance of developing an upset stomach. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again. Avoid giving more than the recommended dose for fast relief as that may cause unwanted effects in your child.
Dolomec MF Syrup contains Mefenamic acid and paracetamol as its active ingredients. Both these ingredients are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Dolomec MF Syrup works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain, and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Mefenamic acid is rapidly absorbed after oral administration. Mefenamic acid undergoes metabolism by CYP2C9 to 3-hydroxymethyl mefenamic acid, and further oxidation to a 3-carboxymefenamic acid may occur. The activity of these metabolites has not been studied. Mefenamic acid is also glucuronidated directly.It distributes rapidly and evenly throughout most tissues and fluids and has a volume of distribution of approximately 0.9L/kg. 10 to 20% of the drug is bound to red blood cells. Paracetamol is extensively metabolised (predominantly in the liver), the major metabolites being the sulphate and glucuronide conjugates.
Dolomec MF Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Dolomec MF
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Heartburn
Diarrhea
Dizziness
If you are allergic to mefenamic acid, paracetamol or similar medicines
If you have asthma or have had an asthmatic attack due to painkillers
If you are suffering from inflammation in the digestive tract
If you had or have stomach ulcers
It should not be used in the last trimester of pregnancy
It should not be used for managing pain before, during and after coronary bypass surgery
PRESCRIBE THE CHILD'S DOCTOR
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Mefenamic Acid+Paracetamol is used for pain relief and fever. It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and menstrual pain. It is also used to treat mild to moderate pain.
MEFENAMIC ACID+PARACETAMOL may have interactions with peptic ulcers, bleeding disorders, asthma, fluid retention, gastrointestinal toxicity, rash, renal toxicity, thrombosis, anaemia, heart failure, liver toxicity, high blood pressure, platelet aggregation inhibition, and hyperkalemia (high potassium levels).
Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Dolomec MF Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
Do not panic. Give the missed as soon as you remember. However, you should skip the missed dose if it is already time for the next dose or if your child’s doctor has asked you not to make up for missed doses. Never give a double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Maintain a log of your child’s temperature. If you do not see any improvement, contact your child’s doctor for advice.
Keep a track of the dose and the frequency in which you have given this medicine to your child. This will help prevent overdosing.
Practice self-care tips like:
Give plenty of fluids to your child to ensure proper body hydration (water-levels)
Give your child a balanced diet
Encourage your child to have optimum sleep since sick children get tired soon and getting plenty of rest helps them recover faster.
Stop the medicine and consult your child’s doctor in case your child exhibits allergic rash or stomach pain soon after taking this medicine.
Dolomec MF Syrup is used to reduce pain as well as fever in children and infants.
Dolomec MF Syrup is used to reduce pain and swelling in various conditions.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Dolomec MF Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How much Dolomec MF Syrup should I give to my child?
Your doctor will prescribe the dose according to your child’s condition and body weight. Stick to the prescribed dosing schedule as that is the best way to ensure safe and complete recovery of your child.
Q. Can I change the dose of Dolomec MF Syrup for my child by myself according to the severity of illness?
No, it is not recommended to alter the dose of the medicine without consulting a doctor. While an unnecessary increase in dose may lead to toxicity, a sudden lowering of the dosing may cause recurrence of symptoms. So, for best results, speak to your child’s doctor if you feel a change in dose may be needed.
Q. Can all children be given the same dose of Dolomec MF Syrup?
No. Dolomec MF Syrup cannot be given to everyone in the same dose. The doctor decides the appropriate dose based on the child’s age and body weight. Since the dose changes so unpredictably, you must never give any dose of this medicine to anyone without consulting a doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.
Q. When will my child feel better?
The doctor may advise you to keep giving Dolomec MF Syrup to your child for a few days to weeks, depending upon the severity of the illness. You’ll notice that the pain or fever will reduce and your child will start feeling better gradually as the course approaches its end. In case your child continues to feel unwell even after completion of the full prescribed course of the medicine, consult your child’s doctor as soon as possible.
Q. Are there any serious side effects of this medicine for my child?
Dolomec MF Syrup is well-tolerated by most children. However, if your child experiences any intolerable episodes like persistent vomiting, body swelling, decreased urine frequency, serious allergic reaction, and severe pain due to gastric ulcers, then rush to your doctor on an immediate basis.
Q. How should I store Dolomec MF Syrup?
Store Dolomec MF Syrup at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Avoid leaving medicines within the reach and sight of children.
Q. My child is taking Dolomec MF Syrup for toothache and now has to undergo an extraction procedure. Should I continue giving Dolomec MF Syrup?
Withhold Dolomec MF Syrup from at least 3 to 5 days before a surgical procedure to prevent excessive bleeding. In case of any confusion, it is best to reach out to your child’s doctor.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Dolomec MF Syrup?
Dolomec MF Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Dolomec MF Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
