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The Indian government has issued an warning against the usage of meftal due its side effects like the DRESS Syndrome. - What is DRESS Syndrome? Side Effect of Common Painkiller Meftal Indian Government Has Warned Against
DRESS syndrome, short for Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms, is a serious allergic reaction. It can be deadly, with around 10 per cent people experiencing this reaction passing away
Meftal is loosely advised (even by friends and relatives), bought and consumed for cramps but the Indian government has now issued an alert, advising healthcare professionals and patients to monitor adverse reactions. , India News, Times Now
The drug, which is manufactured by top drug makers --- including Sun Pharma, Torrent, Pfizer, Cipla and Lupin --- is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and peptic ulcer disease
In India overuse and misuse of medications in older adults is a major cause for concern and the rising culture of unnecessary prescribing of medications may enhance the risk of adverse outcomes, , polypharmacy, hyperpolypharmacy, PIM (Potentially Inappropriate Medications) use, healthcare, older patients