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Mefenamic acid

Generic Name
Mefenamic acid
Brand Names
Mefenamic, Ponstel
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C15H15NO2
CAS Number
61-68-7
Unique Ingredient Identifier
367589PJ2C

Overview

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. It is an inhibitor of cyclooxygenase.

Indication

For the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, dysmenorrhea, and mild to moderate pain, inflammation, and fever.

Associated Conditions

  • Mild pain
  • Primary Dysmenorrhoea
  • Gastrointestinal cramping
  • Moderate Pain

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Micro Labs Limited
42571-258
ORAL
250 mg in 1 1
1/12/2023
Belcher Pharmaceuticals,LLC
62250-677
ORAL
250 mg in 1 1
10/5/2023
Advanced Rx Pharmacy of Tennessee, LLC
80425-0306
ORAL
250 mg in 1 1
4/6/2023
Misemer Pharmaceuticals, Inc
0276-0509
ORAL
250 mg in 1 1
12/13/2022
Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
68180-185
ORAL
250 mg in 1 1
1/19/2024

EMA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Authorization Holder
Status
Issued Date
No EMA approvals found for this drug.

HSA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
Approval Number
Dosage Form
Strength
Approval Date
PONTALON FILM COATED TABLET 500 mg
SIN07726P
TABLET, FILM COATED
500 mg
5/19/1994
FENAGESIC-500 TABLET 500 mg
SIN05718P
TABLET, FILM COATED
500 mg
4/8/1991
BEAFEMIC CAPSULES 250 mg
SIN05376P
CAPSULE
250 mg
1/29/1991
ORCIGESIC TABLETS
SIN06047P
TABLET, FILM COATED
250 mg
5/24/1991
FENAGESIC SUSPENSION 125 mg/5 ml
SIN05488P
SUSPENSION
125 mg/5 ml
2/19/1991
MEFRIL-250 CAPSULE 250 mg
SIN10125P
CAPSULE
250 mg
10/2/1998
MEDICAP CAPSULE 250 mg
SIN05454P
CAPSULE
250 mg
2/19/1991
FENAGESIC TABLETS 250 mg
SIN05717P
TABLET, FILM COATED
250 mg
4/8/1991
PONTALON CAPSULE 250 mg
SIN08483P
CAPSULE
250 mg
12/16/1995
FENAGESIC CAPSULES 250 mg
SIN05487P
CAPSULE
250 mg
2/19/1991

NMPA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Company
Approval Number
Drug Type
Dosage Form
Approval Date
Mefenamic Acid Dspersible Tablets
国药准字H20080405
化学药品
片剂
4/14/2023
Mefenamic Acid Capsules
国药准字H61020177
化学药品
胶囊剂
6/28/2021
Mefenamic Acid Capsules
国药准字H61021997
化学药品
胶囊剂
8/3/2020
Mefenamic Acid Capsules
国药准字H61020447
化学药品
胶囊剂
7/31/2020
Mefenamic Acid Capsules
国药准字H33022500
化学药品
胶囊剂
5/22/2020
Mefenamic Acid Capsules
国药准字H51022940
化学药品
胶囊剂
6/17/2020
Mefenamic Acid Capsules
国药准字H50021520
化学药品
胶囊剂
7/16/2020
Mefenamic Acid Capsules
国药准字H62020272
化学药品
胶囊剂
4/10/2020
Mefenamic Acid Capsules
国药准字H50020390
化学药品
胶囊剂
9/10/2020
Mefenamic Acid Capsules
国药准字H37020236
化学药品
胶囊剂
5/9/2020

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