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Tamik BC Tablet is to be taken with food.
This will help to avoid acidity and heartburn.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tamik BC Tablet.
UNSAFE
Tamik BC Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tamik BC Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Tamik BC

Mefenamic Acid(250mg)

Uses

Mefenamic Acid is used for pain relief. It relieves pain in conditions like period pain, headache, muscle pain, joint pain or dental pain.

How it works

Mefenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Common side effects

Nausea, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Drowsiness, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Flatulence, Dyspepsia, Dark colored stool, Hematemesis (vomiting blood), Ringing in ear, High blood pressure, Liver toxicity, Asthma, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Increased potassium level in blood, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Tranexamic Acid(500mg)

Uses

Tranexamic Acid is used in the treatment of bleeding. It is used to prevent or reduce bleeding for short period of time in conditions like heavy periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, nosebleed, tooth removal, after prostate surgery or after bladder surgery.

How it works

Tranexamic Acid is an anti-fibrinolytic. It works by preventing the breakdown of blood clots to control excessive bleeding during periods, or after surgery.

Common side effects

Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Joint pain, Headache, Back pain, Vomiting, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Fatigue, Diarrhea, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Sinus disorder, Nasal discomfort, Muscle cramp, Migraine, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Allergic dermatitis, Lightheadedness, Thromboembolism, Anaphylactic reaction, Changes in color vision, Retinal artery occlusion, Ligneous conjunctivitis
Vitamin K(25mcg)

Uses

Vitamin K is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How it works

Vitamin K provides essential nutrients.

Common side effects

Taste change, Cyanosis (bluish discoloration of the skin), Breathlessness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Increased bilirubin in the blood, Decreased blood pressure, Itching, Skin erosion, Skin eruptions

SUBSTITUTES FOR Tamik BC

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Tamik BC

  • It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach.
  • It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time.
  • Mefenamic Acid can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Frequently asked questions FOR Tamik BC

Mefenamic Acid

Q. Is mefenamic acid an antibiotic/ contain codeine?
No. Mefenamic acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat mild to moderate pain conditions and fever. It not an antibiotic and does not contain codeine
Q. Is Mefenamic Acid a painkiller?
Yes. Mefenamic Acid is mild to moderate painkiller drug
Q. Is Mefenamic Acid safe?
Mefenamic Acid is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
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Q. Is Mefenamic Acid good for toothache/ for back pain/ headache?
Yes, Mefenamic Acid can be used to relieve dental pain, back pain and headache
Q. Does Mefenamic Acid stop periods/ stop bleeding?
Mefenamic Acid is used for relieving pain that happens before or during a menstrual period. It does not stop periods or bleeding. Always consult your doctor regarding its use
Q. Can I take mefenamic acid with naproxen/ paracetamol/ ibuprofen/ metronidazole/ withtramadol/ with tranexamic acid/ with sertraline/ amoxicillin?
Mefenamic acid may interact with the drugs mentioned above. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be require
Q. Does Mefenamic Acid make you drowsy?
Mefenamic Acid has a rare side effect of causing drowsiness. Always consult your doctor, if you experience such side effects.

Tranexamic Acid

Q. Can Tranexamic Acid cause pulmonary embolism?
Tranexamic Acid promotes blood clotting and can rarely cause blood clot to travel to the lungs (pulmonary embolism) which can turn fatal sometimes. Pulmonary embolism is not a common side effect in patients taking Tranexamic Acid but can occur in overdosing, patients with long bedrest or prone individuals. Evidence suggests that the increased risk of clot can be due to some other additional risk factors as well.
Q. Can you take Tranexamic Acid on an empty stomach?
Tranexamic Acid can be taken with or without food with a glass of water. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole and should not be crushed or chewed.
Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid for more than 5 days?
The dose and duration of this medicine is decided by the type of disease for which it is prescribed. For heavy bleeding during monthly menstruation, it is usually taken for up to 5 days. For other conditions it can be prescribed for less than 5 days and even more that 5 days which is decided by the prescribing physician.
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Q. Does Tranexamic Acid affect fertility?
No, Tranexamic Acid does not affect fertility. It is taken for heavy menstrual bleeding and evidence suggests no interference of this medicine with ovulation (release of eggs from the ovaries). Therefore, this medicine is not a type of contraceptive medicine and it will not affect your chances of becoming pregnant.
Q. Can Tranexamic Acid be taken for nose bleeding?
Yes, Tranexamic Acid can be used for nose bleeding. It helps to clot the blood and prevent bleeding. If the bleeding is frequently observed then the medicine can be even taken for a week.

Vitamin K

Q. What is Vitamin K? What is it used for?
Vitamin K is a medicine used in the treatment of vitamin K deficiency. Vitamin K is an important nutrient that helps the blood to clot and prevent excessive bleeding in addition to other health benefits. The medicine provides an adequate level of vitamin K in the body to avoid any ailment related to its deficiency.
Q. What is the importance of vitamin K in our body?
Vitamin K is important for maintaining healthy bones and healing of wounds. It helps in producing 4 out of 13 proteins essential for blood clotting. Vitamin K works along with Vitamin D to ensure that bones develop properly by enhancing the absorption of calcium and hence increasing bone mineral density. People who have adequate amounts of vitamin K are therefore less prone for hip fractures.
Q. What are the sources of vitamin K?
Vitamin K can be found in green leafy vegetables (such as spinach and cabbage), soyabean, milk, cheese, eggs, chicken, lamb, salmon, etc. Owing to the numerous benefits, it is advisable to include one or multiple food items rich in vitamin K in our everyday diet to prevent its deficiency.
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Q. Is Vitamin K effective?
Vitamin K is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Vitamin K too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Vitamin K administered?
Vitamin K should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Vitamin K.
Q. Is Vitamin K safe?
Vitamin K is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. What are the signs and symptoms of vitamin K deficiency?
The most common signs and symptoms of vitamin K deficiency may include easy bruising, excessive and abnormal bleeding, hemorrhage, etc. The main reason for these symptoms is the deficiency of an important vitamin which is essential for blood clotting. This deficiency can also lead to abnormal and uncontrollable bleeding that can even endanger life.

Content on this page was last updated on 28 August, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)