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Medispas P-DS Suspension

Manufactured byMaxford Healthcare
ContainsMefenamic acid (100 mg) + Paracetamol (250 mg)
Description
Medispas P-DS Suspension is a combination medicine that consists of Mefenamic acid and Paracetamol. It is used to provide relief from the pain associated with toothaches, backaches, sprains, strains and musculoskeletal pain with or without fever. Medispas P-DS Suspension decreases the intensity of pain signals to the brain and prevents the release of substances in the brain that causes pain and fever. Medispas P-DS Suspension can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, loss of appetite, and diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or bother you. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Avoid driving a vehicle or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may affect your vision. Medispas P-DS Suspension should be taken with food to avoid stomach irritation. Do not use this medicine in your pregnancy or breastfeeding without consulting your doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol while using this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness and stomach lining damage.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Medispas P-DS Suspension

  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Allergic skin reaction
  • Mouth sores
  • Bloody and cloudy urine
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears
  • Blurred vision
  • Weight gain
  • Shortness of breath
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Yellow colored eyes or skin
  • Difficult or painful urination
  • Excessive tiredness

Uses of Medispas P-DS Suspension

What is it prescribed for?

  • Fever
  • Mild to moderate pain
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Medispas P-DS Suspension can be observed within 30 minutes after taking it.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Medispas P-DS Suspension lasts for an average duration of 6 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Medispas P-DS Suspension.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Medispas P-DS Suspension is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the risk of harmful effects on your baby. But in some cases, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using the medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Medispas P-DS Suspension is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. An alternate medicine may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. If required, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid using Medispas P-DS Suspension if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Kidney diseases

If you have any kidney problems, avoid using Medispas P-DS Suspension. This medicine is excreted through urine. Using it while you have pre-existing kidney problems will worsen the condition.

Severe liver disease

If you have liver disease, avoid using Medispas P-DS Suspension. Large doses of this medicine may damage the liver further and worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Medispas P-DS Suspension is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the risk of harmful effects on your baby. But in some cases, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using the medicine.

Breast-feeding

Medispas P-DS Suspension is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. An alternate medicine may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. If required, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Chronic Malnutrition

Malnutrition is a condition in which you are unable to get enough nutrients. Malnutrition can increase the risk of Medispas P-DS Suspension toxicity. Therefore, the dose of this medication may be adjusted by your doctor depending on your body weight.

Effect on heart

Prolonged use of Medispas P-DS Suspension may cause fluid retention and heart failure. Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Your doctor will suggest tests to monitor your kidney and heart functions.

Allergic skin reactions

Medispas P-DS Suspension may cause serious skin allergies without any warnings. These events may be fatal in rare cases. Signs and symptoms like rashes, hives, fever, or other allergic symptoms should be reported to the doctor immediately. The treatment should be discontinued if these symptoms appear.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Medispas P-DS Suspension as soon as possible. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Reach the nearest emergency medical department immediately or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Methotrexate

Phenytoin

Warfarin

Leflunomide

Prilocaine

Aspirin

Disease interactions

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic condition that affects the airways. It causes wheezing making it hard to breathe. Medispas P-DS Suspension may increase your asthmatic episodes. Hence, inform your doctor about the condition so that the dose may be adjusted accordingly.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions

5-HIAA Urine Test

Medispas P-DS Suspension can interfere with a 5-HIAA urine test and may give a false-positive result. It is advised to inform the doctor and lab technician about all your current medicines before undergoing any lab test.

Diazo test for urinary bile

Medispas P-DS Suspension potentially yield a false positive for the diazo test used for determination of urinary bile content.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Administer Medispas P-DS Suspension as advised by the doctor. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take this medicine at the same time every day. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Medispas P-DS Suspension decreases the intensity of pain signals that reach the brain. It also stops the release of chemicals called prostaglandins, that increase pain and raise body temperature. Thus, this medicine provides relief from aches and fever and makes you feel better.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Miscellaneous analgesics

Schedule

Schedule H

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