Do you often pop a 'Meftal' painkiller? Here's why you need to stop right away.
The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) has released a drug safety alert regarding this common painkiller.
According to the alert, the constituent of this painkiller, mefenamic acid, has been linked to severe allergic reactions such as the DRESS syndrome, which can impact internal organs.
“Healthcare professionals, patients and consumers are advised to closely monitor the possibility of the above adverse drug reactions (ADR) associated with the use of the above-suspected drug," said healthcare professionals.
Let us tell you that- DRESS syndrome (Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms) is a severe allergic reaction affecting around 10 per cent of individuals, potentially deadly and caused by certain medications.
"If such a reaction is encountered, people should report the matter to the national coordination centre of the PvPI under the commission by filing a form on the website - www.ipc.gov.in - or through android mobile app ADR PvPI and PvPI helpline number 1800-180-3024," the release stated.
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