Mefenamic acid and Lip swelling - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Lip swelling is reported as a side effect among people who take Mefenamic acid (mefenamic acid), especially for people who are female, 40-49 old, have been taking the drug for < 1 month also take Clarithromycin, and have Menopause.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Lip swelling when taking Mefenamic acid. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 4,738 people who have side effects when taking Mefenamic acid from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Mefenamic acid?

Mefenamic acid has active ingredients of mefenamic acid. It is often used in painful menstrual periods. eHealthMe is studying from 4,844 Mefenamic acid users. Check the latest studies of Mefenamic acid.

What is Lip swelling?

Lip swelling is found to be associated with 1,246 drugs and 1,582 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Lip swelling.

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On Aug, 26, 2026

4,738 people reported to have side effects when taking Mefenamic acid.
Among them, 11 people (0.23%) have Lip swelling.

Could Mefenamic acid cause Lip swelling?

Among these 11 people:

How long have people been on Mefenamic acid when they have Lip swelling? *

What is the gender of people who have Lip swelling when taking Mefenamic acid? *

female: 100 %
male: 0.0 %

What is the age of people who have Lip swelling when taking Mefenamic acid? *

What are other drugs people take besides Mefenamic acid? *

Losartan: 2 people, 18.18%
Benadryl: 2 people, 18.18%
Clarithromycin: 2 people, 18.18%
Zanaflex: 1 person, 9.09%
Flonase: 1 person, 9.09%
Metformin: 1 person, 9.09%
Mebeverine Hydrochloride: 1 person, 9.09%
Hydroxyzine: 1 person, 9.09%
Humalog: 1 person, 9.09%
Cymbalta: 1 person, 9.09%

What are other side effects people have besides Lip swelling? *

Urticaria (rash of round, red welts on the skin that itch intensely): 4 people, 36.36%
Itching: 3 people, 27.27%
Paraesthesia Oral (sensation of tingling, tickling, prickling, pricking, or burning of a person's oral with no apparent long-term physical effect): 3 people, 27.27%
Swelling Face: 2 people, 18.18%
Stomatitis (inflammation of mucous membrane of mouth): 2 people, 18.18%
Gums - Swollen: 2 people, 18.18%
Dry Mouth: 2 people, 18.18%
Glossodynia (a burning or painful sensation in the tongue): 2 people, 18.18%
Oral Discomfort (pain or irritation in mouth): 2 people, 18.18%
Food Allergy: 1 person, 9.09%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

Urticaria (rash of round, red welts on the skin that itch intensely): 2 people, 18.18%
High Blood Pressure: 2 people, 18.18%
Stress And Anxiety: 2 people, 18.18%
Skin Infection: 2 people, 18.18%
Pain: 2 people, 18.18%
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the nasopharynx): 2 people, 18.18%
Chronic Thyroiditis (long lasting inflammation of thyroid gland): 2 people, 18.18%
Menopause (end of monthly cycles in women): 2 people, 18.18%
Bladder Disorder: 1 person, 9.09%
Bone Density Abnormal: 1 person, 9.09%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on mefenamic acid (the active ingredients of Mefenamic acid) and Mefenamic acid (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

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