Tolfenamic Acid

Information about Tolfenamic Acid

Tolfenamic acid uses

Tolfenamic Acid is used for pain relief. It relieves pain in conditions like migraine, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis.

How tolfenamic acid works

Tolfenamic 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 of tolfenamic acid

Bullous dermatoses (skin disease characterized by presence of blisters)

Available Medicine for Tolfenamic Acid

Clotan
₹202
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
1 variant(s)
Tolmic
₹120
Slash Lifevision
1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Tolfenamic Acid

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.
Tolfenamic 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.