Drug interactions
Mefenamic acid + Rose hips
Severity: Minor
Mefenamic acid and Rose hips: minor interaction.
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Summary
Rose hips contain vitamin C, an organic acid that could theoretically compete with mefenamic acid for renal tubular secretion. Any increase in NSAID exposure is likely small and of uncertain relevance.
What this interaction means in plain words
Mefenamic acid and Rose hips have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Theoretical competition for renal tubular anion secretion.
What to do
No routine intervention is needed; monitor for NSAID adverse effects if large amounts of rose hip products are taken.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Mefenamic acid with Rose hips?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Mefenamic acid and Rose hips have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Rose hips contain vitamin C, an organic acid that could theoretically compete with mefenamic acid for renal tubular secretion. Any increase in NSAID exposure is likely small and of uncertain relevance.
How serious is the interaction between Mefenamic acid and Rose hips?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No routine intervention is needed; monitor for NSAID adverse effects if large amounts of rose hip products are taken.
What other medicines interact with Mefenamic acid?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Mefenamic acid with, for example, Ketorolac intranasal, Ketorolac, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Mefenamic acid page.
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