What is Meclofenamate? Uses, warnings & side effects

Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.

Take with a full glass of water.

You may take the medicine with food, milk, or antacids (such as Maalox® or Mylanta®) so it does not upset your stomach.

Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.

Take with a full glass of water.

You may take the medicine with food, milk, or antacids (such as Maalox® or Mylanta®) so it does not upset your stomach.

Take the missed dose as soon as possible.

If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.

You should not use two doses at the same time.

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to meclofenamate, aspirin, or other pain and arthritis medicines such as Motrin®, Indocin®, Naprosyn® or Aleve®, Tolectin®, or Clinoril®. The reaction may have included wheezing or trouble breathing, hives, rash, or swelling in the face.

Ulcers and stomach bleeding are sometimes caused by this type of medicine. These problems can happen without warning signs. You may need to see your doctor for regular check-ups while being treated with this medicine.

Talk with your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have heart disease, high blood pressure, liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, or ulcers or other stomach problems.

Chest tightness or trouble breathing

Sore throat or fever

Unusual bleeding or bruising

Yellowing of skin or eyes

Decreased amount of urine

Severe stomach pain or vomiting blood

Black, tarry or bloody stools

Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking Coumadin®.

You should not use this medicine with aspirin, products that contain aspirin, naproxen (Aleve®) or ibuprofen (Advil®or Motrin®).

Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine.