Tolfenamic Acid
Drug #1703
Tolfenamic acid is an NSAID, which is licensed specifically for the treatment of an acute migraine attack.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Synthetic origin.
Non-proprietary name: Tolfenamic Acid.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Tolfenamic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Long-term treatment of reflux oesophagitis.
Contraindications
Tolfenamic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like GI ulceration, Bleeding.
Dosage
None recorded.
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Tolfenamic Acid is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Angioedema, Bronchospasm, Depression, Diarrhea, Dizziness, GI ulceration, Headache, Hearing disturbances, Hematuria, Hypersensitivity reactions, Insomnia, Nausea, Nervousness, Photosensitivity, Vertigo.
Warnings / Precautions
NSAID (e.g Tolfenamic acid ) should be used with caution in the elderly, in allergic disorders, during pregnancy and breast-feeding, and in coagulation defects.In patients with renal, cardiac, or hepatic impairment caution is required since the use of NSAID may result in deterioration of renal function the dose shuold be kept as low as possible and renal function should be monitored.
Available Brands
None recorded.
Drug Classification
- 1.2.1.3 — Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- 2.7.1 — Acute migraine attack