Ponstan is an anti-inflammatory and analgesic for oral use whose active ingredient is mefenamic acid.
Mefenamic acid is also found under the names mefenam or pontin.
Indications
Menstrual pain; mild and moderate pain; migraine.
Side effects
Canker sores; blood changes; diarrhea; pain when urinating; Headache; skin rash; lack of appetite; gases; swelling; insomnia; eye irritation; indigestion; nausea; nervousness; blood in the urine; somnolence; dizziness; liver and kidney toxicity; peptic ulcer and bleeding; ulceration in the mouth; urticaria; vertigo, blurred vision, vomiting.
Contraindications
Pregnancy risk C; history of allergic reaction to mefenamic acid.
Warnings
It should not be used in conjunction with another non-steroidal anti-inflammatory.
How to use
Adults: 500 mg three times a day. Do not exceed 7 days of treatment.
