Pause-MF Tablet (Tranexamic Acid 500mg / Mefenamic Acid 250mg)

Pause-MF Tablet

Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet is a combination of Mefenamic acid and Tranexamic acid. It is used to treat pain and heavy bleeding during menstruation. It prevents the breakdown of blood clots, which helps to reduce heavy menstrual flow. It also blocks the production of specific chemical substances responsible for causing pain.

Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet shows side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, heartburn (burning pain in your chest), diarrhoea, dizziness, muscle pain, and anaemia (low number of blood cells).

Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet can be taken with or without food. It is recommended that you take it after food to avoid an upset stomach. It must be consumed as a whole tablet without crushing or breaking it. Inform your doctor if you observe any abnormalities in your menstrual cycle. Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet is effective when taken on the first day of your menstruation. Do not increase your dose or take it more frequently, or take it for a longer time than prescribed. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve after two consecutive cycles.

Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet has to be used with caution if you have any kidney problems, a history of convulsion or if have/had a blood clot(s). Inform your doctor about all these conditions and also if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet
Diarrhoea
Bloating
Headache
Dizziness
Ringing or buzzing in the ears
Blurred vision
Weight gain
Shortness of breath
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Peeling and blistering of skin
Fast heartbeat
Unusual bleeding or bruising
Yellow coloured eyes or skin
Difficult or painful urination
Bloody and Cloudy urine
Excessive tiredness
Back pain
Nasal congestion
Nausea or Vomiting
Heartburn
Anemia

Uses of Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Heavy menstrual bleeding
An abnormally heavy and/or prolonged period is called menorrhagia. This happens if your hormone levels are imbalanced, your ovaries (part of the female reproductive organ responsible for producing eggs) stop functioning normally or due to other medical conditions. Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet helps in the clotting of the lining of the uterus (womb) during menstruation, thereby reducing excessive bleeding.
Menstrual pain
Menstrual pain or a painful period is a throbbing, aching cramp or pain that you get in your lower belly just before and during your menstruation. You may experience this pain for 1-2 days each month. Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet is used to provide relief from such aching pain in your belly during menstruation.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Asthma
Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet can cause allergic reactions like constriction of your airways leading to breathing difficulty. If you have asthma, inform your doctor beforehand as this medicine can trigger asthma attacks.
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG) is a surgical technique that is used to restore normal blood flow to your heart. Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet prevents blood clots from breaking, leading to obstruction in your normal blood flow. Hence, if you recently had bypass surgery, you should not take Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet.
Subarachnoid haemorrhage
Subarachnoid haemorrhage is bleeding between your brain and the tissue that covers the brain. You should not take Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet in such conditions as it prevents the breakdown of blood clots and can cause obstruction to the blood flow and blood thickening. Using this medicine in cases of subarachnoid haemorrhage is not advisable, as it can worsen your condition and lead to cerebral oedema (swelling of the brain) and infarction (obstruction of the blood supply to an organ).
Obstructive blood clotting disorder
Obstructive blood clotting disorder is an abnormal formation of blood clots because of certain problems like slow blood flow through your veins, an irregularity in clot formation components, and/or damage to the blood vessel wall. Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tabletworks by preventing the breakdown of clots. Hence, it is not recommended for use if you have any clotting disorders as this can worsen your condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
It is not recommended to take Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet during pregnancy since it might cause abnormalities in your developing foetus. If you take this medicine, it may delay labour and increase the risk of bleeding. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
If you are breastfeeding, it is not recommended to take Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet as there is no sufficient data available to see if this medicine passes into your breastmilk. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Peptic ulcer
Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop in your stomach when there is excess production of stomach acid. You should take Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet with extreme caution if you are suffering from peptic ulcer disease as this medicine can increase the risk of severe stomach bleeding.
Allergic skin reactions
Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet may cause serious skin allergies. If you notice any signs and symptoms like rashes, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), or other allergic symptoms, report them immediately to your doctor. You may discontinue the treatment on your doctor’s recommendation.
Use of hormonal contraceptives
If you are taking any hormonal contraceptives (birth control) like pills, patches, vaginal rings, or injections, avoid taking Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet. This medicine may increase the risk of serious side effects in such cases. The risk is more if you are overweight, smoke cigarettes, or are above the age of 35.
Eye disorders
If you have problems related to the eyes, take Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet with caution as it can increase the risk of visual disturbances. You should get a regular eye test performed before starting the medication and also at regular intervals throughout the treatment.
Use in children
Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 14 years of age.
Driving or operating machinery
You may experience blurred vision or dizziness after taking Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet. Hence, it is advised not to drive vehicles and operate any machines after taking this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet as soon as you remember. If your next dose is near, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to compensate for a missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor in case of an overdose with Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet.

Interactions

General Instructions
Take Pause-MF (250/500 mg) Tablet as instructed by the doctor. Take it with food to avoid stomach irritation. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose, or for a longer duration than recommended. Follow the dose as directed by your doctor.
This medicine is more beneficial if you take it on the first day of your period. Inform your doctor if your bleeding does not improve after using this medication for two consecutive cycles.
If you experience any severe side effects, contact your doctor.