Anafortan MF Tablet is a combination drug primarily used to reduce abdominal pain caused by Intestinal colic, Biliary colic, Renal colic, Dysmenorrhea, Pancreatitis, etc. The colic pain could be caused by spasms or obstructions of the intestinal, biliary, or uterine smooth muscles. The clinical presentation of spasm could be acute, subacute or chronic in nature. These cramps can range from mild to severe.

Anafortan MF Tablet comprises two medicines: Camylofin (antispasmodic) and Mefenamic acid (analgesic). Mefenamic acid is an NSAID with analgesic (pain reducer) and antipyretic (fever reducer) properties and decreases inflammation. It blocks a chemical messenger in pain that is responsible for making a person sense pain. Camylofin is an anti-cholinergic which relaxes the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine) and stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). Doing this relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Together, they effectively reduce pain.

Anafortan MF Tablet is generally safe to consume. Some people may experience dizziness, nausea (feeling sick), digestion problems (constipation, flatulence, diarrhoea) and skin reactions (like rashes, and hives). Most of the side effects of Anafortan MF Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Anafortan MF Tablet should be used with caution in persons dealing with thyrotoxicosis, obstructive lung disease or in persons dealing with fever and during cardiac surgery. Anafortan MF Tablet should be used with caution in persons above 65 years and persons coping with urinary retention, cardiac insufficiency, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Anafortan MF Tablet comprises two medicines: Camylofin (antispasmodic) and Mefenamic acid (analgesic). Mefenamic acid is an NSAID that has both analgesic (pain reducer) and antipyretic (fever reducer) properties, and it decreases inflammation. It blocks a chemical messenger in pain that is responsible for making a person sense pain. Camylofin is an anti-cholinergic which relaxes the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine) and stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). Doing this relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Together, they effectively reduce pain.

• Palpatations
• Arrhythmia
• Increased heart rate
• Dry skin
• Excessive thirst
• Dryness in mouth
• Photophobia
• Flushing
• Difficulty or painful urination
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Constipation

Gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcer formation are commonly observed while taking Anafortan MF Tablet so the doctor may prescribe you the lowest dose available. Do not take Anafortan MF Tablet if you have asthma or allergies to pain killers, heart, kidney and liver conditions. Anafortan MF Tablet should not be taken during pregnancy or by breastfeeding mothers as it may affect the baby. You are recommended not to take alcohol along with Anafortan MF Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects. Taking Anafortan MF Tablet can cause drowsiness or blurred vision, avoid driving or performing any other activity that requires concentration after taking Anafortan MF Tablet . Always keep your doctor informed about the ongoing medications or the ones you have taken in the past, including over-the-counter medicines and herbal medicines. If you observe any skin rashes or blister formation immediately stop taking Anafortan MF Tablet and consult a doctor. Patients taking Anafortan MF Tablet and antivitamin K (blood thinners) should be monitored for appropriate coagulation and bleeding complications.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Anafortan MF Tablet interact with antidepressant medicines (Amantadine),   blood thinner (warfarin), anti-cancer or anti-arthritis drug (methotrexate), anti-hypertensive drugs (captopril, enalapril) medicines for treating tuberculosis (isoniazid and rifampicin) may lead to drug toxicity or affect the working of Anafortan MF Tablet . So, contact a doctor before taking these medicines.

Drug-Food Interactions: Intake of alcohol should be avoided while taking Anafortan MF Tablet .

Drug-Disease Interactions: Patients affected with liver disease, bleeding disorder, urinary tract infection (UTI), myasthenia gravis, high blood pressure and alcoholism should not take Anafortan MF Tablet as it has severe interaction.

• RIFAMPICIN
• METHOTREXATE
• ISONIAZID
• AMANTADINE
• WARFARIN
• CAPTOPRIL
• ENALAPRIL

• Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, Vitamin D, calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help in reducing pain and inflammation in the tissue.
• Please do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your abdominal pain. Instead, you can do stretching, low impact aerobic exercise (like walking on the treadmill, bike riding, and swimming), simple forms of yoga. You can also strengthen your muscle strength by lifting light weights and doing muscle stretching regularly.
• Your sitting posture is important, especially when have pain and inflammation condition. Try to sit as little as possible and only for a short time (10-15 min). Use back support like a rolled-up towel at the back of your curve to minimize pain. Keep your knees and hips at a right angle.
• You can consume caffeine, but not too much, as high caffeine intake may cause irritability, poor sleep, and menstrual cramps.

Taking more than the daily prescribed dose of Anafortan MF Tablet may cause liver damage or allergic reactions like swelling of the mouth, face, throat, difficulty in breathing, skin rash, or itching. 

Intestinal colic: It is a cramp-like pain that originates in the small or large intestine. It's caused by a blockage that keeps food and liquid from passing through the body.

Biliary colic: Biliary colic is a dull pain in the middle to the upper right area of the abdomen. It occurs when a gallstone blocks the bile duct, the tube that normally drains bile from the gallbladder to the small intestine.

Renal colic: It is a type of pain you get when urinary stones block part of your urinary tract.

Dysmenorrhea: Painful menstrual periods that are caused by uterine contractions.

Pancreatitis: It is inflammation of the pancreas and causes abdominal tenderness and pain.