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Is meftal p syrup (mefenamic acid 100 mg) for kids is safe to take in case of dengue fever?
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Advice: no, mefenamic acid is not safe in dengue fever. Mefenamic acid belongs to nsaid drugs. It can lead to increased risk of cardiovascular thrombotic events which will worsen in dengue where there is decrease in platelet count.
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