Tolfenamic Acid Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Tolfenamic Acid, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Tolfenamic Acid brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Tolfenamic Acid

Brand Names or Trade Names of Tolfenamic Acid

India :

Clotan (200mg)

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Why is Tolfenamic Acid Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), prescribed for migraine.

When should Tolfenamic Acid not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated to patients with active peptic ulcer, allergy to aspirin or other medicines in this class (NSAIDs).

What is the dosage of Tolfenamic Acid?

PO- Adult: The recommended dose is 200 mg when 1st symptoms appear, may be repeated once after 1-2 hour.

How should Tolfenamic Acid be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Tolfenamic Acid?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding disorders, heart diseases, peptic ulcer, high blood pressure, infections, liver or kidney impairment, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Increase water intake or dose reduction to reduce dysuria (painful urination).

What are the side effects of Tolfenamic Acid?

Painful urination especially in males, diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, indigestion, redness of the skin, headache, tremor, emotional, fatigue and pulmonary infiltration.