Ponstel

Ponstel is a brand name of mefenamic acid, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):

PONSTEL (mefenamic acid - capsule; oral)

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  Manufacturer: SHIONOGI INC
  
  Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
  
  Strength(s): 250MG ^[RLD][AB]

Has a generic version of Ponstel been approved?

Yes. The following products are equivalent to Ponstel:

mefenamic acid capsule; oral

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  Manufacturer: LUPIN LTD
  
  Approval date: July 22, 2011
  
  Strength(s): 250MG ^[AB]


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  Manufacturer: MICRO LABS LTD
  
  Approval date: November 19, 2010
  
  Strength(s): 250MG ^[AB]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Ponstel. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.

Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Ponstel.

See also...

• Ponstel Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Ponstel Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Ponstel Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Ponstel AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
• Mefenamic Acid Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Mefenamic acid Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Mefenamic acid Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Mefenamic Acid AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)