Maitrifen Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.Maitrifen Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. It should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it strictly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.This medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, indigestion, stomach pain, restlessness, and increased heart rate. If you experienced any such side effects that do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent them.The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. Let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Maitrifen Tablet is to be taken with food.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Maitrifen Tablet is to be taken with food.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Maitrifen Tablet.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Maitrifen Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CAUTION

Maitrifen Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Maitrifen Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Maitrifen Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Maitrifen Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Maitrifen Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Long term use of this medicine can affect the kidney function.

- Liver : CAUTION

Maitrifen Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Maitrifen Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, the use of Maitrifen Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Maitrifen Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

strip of 10 tablets

Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: PAIN ANALGESICS

Pain relief

Store below 30?C

Q. What is Maitrifen Tablet?::: Maitrifen Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Ibuprofen, Paracetamol and caffeine. This medication helps to relieve pain and fever. It works by lowering the chemical substance in the body which causes pain, fever and inflammation. The presence of Caffeine increases the effectiveness of Paracetamol.| Q. Can Maitrifen Tablet be stopped when the pain is relieved?::: Maitrifen Tablet is usually used for a short term and can be discontinued when symptoms are relieved. However, Maitrifen Tablet should be continued if the doctor has advised to do so.| Q. Can the use of Maitrifen Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?::: Yes, the use of Maitrifen Tablet can cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food or with antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. If you start to experience vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine and a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicine without speaking to your doctor.| Q. Can the use of Maitrifen Tablet cause dizziness?::: Yes, the use of Maitrifen Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.| Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Maitrifen Tablet?::: The use of Maitrifen Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to painkillers (NSAIDs) or any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medication should preferably be avoided in patients having a history of stomach ulcers or in patients who have active, recurrent stomach ulcer / bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with a history of heart failure, high blood pressure or any underlying liver or kidney disease.| Q. Can Maitrifen Tablet cause insomnia?::: Yes, Maitrifen Tablet can cause insomnia. Take Maitrifen Tablet in the morning or afternoon to avoid insomnia. Consult the doctor if you are having persistent sleeping problem or insomnia (inability to sleep) while taking this medicine.| Q. Can the use of Maitrifen Tablet cause damage to kidneys?::: Yes, the long-term use of Maitrifen Tablet can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce a chemical called prostaglandins that protects them from damage. Use of painkillers lower the levels of prostaglandins in the body which leads to kidney damage on long-term use. Use of painkillers is not recommended in patients with underlying kidney disease.| Q. Will Maitrifen Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?::: No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe despite taking the medicine, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.| Q. What is the recommended storage condition for Maitrifen Tablet?::: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Nausea
Indigestion
Stomach pain
Restlessness
Increased heart rate
Heartburn