UNIVERSITY OF MAKATI
COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH STUDIES
CENTER OF PHARMACY
LEADER: MARIA ANGELA P. DEL GALLEGO
MEMBERS:
JEWEL LINDLEY NAVAL
JELAI VERSOZA
ROSE ANNE ORALDE
BACKGROUND OF THE DRUG ( nag volunteer na si jelai siya na daw ang magbabasa neto)
What is mefenamic acid?
Mefenamic acid is a prescription drug. It only comes as an oral capsule.
Mefenamic acid oral capsule is available as the brand-name drug Dolfenal. It’s also available as
a generic drug. Generic drugs usually cost less than the brand-name version. In some cases,
they may not be available in all strengths or forms as the brand-name drug.
Why it’s used
Mefenamic acid is used to treat mild to moderate pain and menstrual cramps.
It’s approved to treat pain in people who are least 14 years old for no longer than seven days.
It’s approved to treat menstrual cramps for no longer than two to three days.
How it works
Mefenamic acid belongs to a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs). NSAIDs help reduce pain, inflammation, and fever.
It isn’t known how this medication works to decrease pain. It may help reduce swelling by
lowering levels of prostaglandin, a hormone-like substance that usually causes inflammation.
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ACTING PHARMACIST – JEWEL LINDLEY NAVAL
ACTING PATIENT – ROSE ANNE ORALDE
Patient: Good afternoon po
Pharmacist: Good afternoon ma'am, how can I help you?
Patient: pwede pong magtanong if available ang gamot na para sa toothache and headache?
RPH: Can I see the prescription ma'am?
*Checks prescription*
RPH: Okay ma’am, this medicine is prescribed by your doctor, Mefinamic Acid that contains
500MG per TABLET. We have here in our pharmacy is sold under the brand name Dolfenal that
is 12.15 pesos per tablet. Are you going to take it?
Patient: Yes, I’m going to take it.
RPH: Okay ma'am, can you wait for a while so I can prepare the medicines? *act busy*
RPH: Ma’am are you in hurry? Can I have a minute of your time to provide you a patient
counseling?
Patient: Sure, I would like to be informed.
RPH: Take the first dose, which is 500 mg. After that, take 250 mg every six hours as needed.
You shouldn’t take mefenamic acid for longer than seven days. These medications should be
taken at the same time each day but in case you forgot to take it, just take the following dose
that is scheduled so that your drug regimen won’t be altered. If you experienced common side
effects like heartburn, stomach pain, gas, nausea, vomiting; diarrhea, constipation; ordizziness.
you do not have to worry about the side effects as it expected to be appeared.
Patient: Is it really normal to have side effects while taking drugs?
RPH: All medicines have side effects, ma’am and can happen anytime, so I am here to assist you
to improve your quality of care. As I said, if you experience those symptoms, you do not have to
worry about it because it is not harmful at all. However, if you experienced signs of an allergic
reaction (sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, hives, wheezing or trouble breathing, swelling in your
face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or
purple skin rash with blistering and peeling). while taking these medicines you need to inform
your doctor right away.
RPH: Ma’am may I ask do you have any bad habits?
Patient: Yes, I drink alcohol, I eat a lot of sweets and stressing about work.
RPH: You should avoid to drink alcohol and stressing about your work try to be more relaxed as
stress and alcohol does not brings no good to your condition. And you should eat sweets in
moderation and brush your teeth 3 times a day for a healthier tooth.
RPH: Do you have any questions ma’am? Are there any clarifications you want me to asses
about your condition and medication?
Patient: No, this is enough, I have learned so much from you thank you!!
RPH: If you have any concerns, just please visit our pharmacy and I would be here to assist you.
Thank
you, ma’am.
Patient: Thank you so much, Ms. Pharmacist.
