Pause-MF
Pause-MF is a tablet made by Emcure that contains Tranexamic acid 500 mg + Mefenamic acid 250 mg. It combines Tranexamic acid: anti-bleeding medicine and Mefenamic acid: anti-inflammatory painkiller (nsaid).
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tranexamic acid | 500 mg |
| Mefenamic acid | 250 mg |
Tranexamic acid
What it is used for
Reduces heavy periods and other bleeding by helping blood clot.
How it works
Stops blood clots from breaking down too early, reducing heavy periods, nosebleeds and bleeding after surgery or injury.
How to take it
For heavy periods: 1 g three times a day for up to 4 days, starting when bleeding begins.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
Get medical help straight away if
- Leg pain or swelling, chest pain or breathlessness (clot)
- Changes in vision
Be careful
Not for people with a history of blood clots.
Other medicines and interactions
Avoid with the combined pill if you have clot risk factors. Not with other medicines that promote clotting.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Used around delivery to reduce bleeding; ask your doctor otherwise. Acceptable while breastfeeding.
Mefenamic acid
What it is used for
Mainly used for period pain and heavy periods, and for mild to moderate pain.
How it works
An NSAID that lowers prostaglandins in the womb lining, which is why it is used for period pain and heavy periods.
How to take it
Usually 250 to 500 mg three times a day with or after food, for no more than 7 days. For periods, start on the first day of bleeding or when pain begins.
Common side effects
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Heartburn
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
Get medical help straight away if
- Diarrhoea that does not stop (stop taking it)
- Black stools
- Skin rash
- Wheezing
- Swelling of the face
Be careful
Take after food. Can upset the stomach; stop if diarrhoea or rash develops.
Other medicines and interactions
Avoid with other NSAIDs. Raises bleeding risk with warfarin and other blood thinners; can affect kidney function with diuretics and blood pressure medicines.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Not advised in pregnancy, especially the last three months. Usually avoided while breastfeeding; ask a doctor about alternatives.
Common questions
What is Pause-MF?
Pause-MF is a tablet by Emcure containing Tranexamic acid 500 mg + Mefenamic acid 250 mg.
What is Pause-MF used for?
Reduces heavy periods and other bleeding by helping blood clot. Mainly used for period pain and heavy periods, and for mild to moderate pain.
How should I take Pause-MF?
For heavy periods: 1 g three times a day for up to 4 days, starting when bleeding begins. Usually 250 to 500 mg three times a day with or after food, for no more than 7 days. For periods, start on the first day of bleeding or when pain begins. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Pause-MF?
Common side effects include: Stomach upset, diarrhoea, headache, Stomach pain, nausea, diarrhoea, heartburn, drowsiness, dizziness. Get medical help straight away for: Leg pain or swelling, chest pain or breathlessness (clot), changes in vision, Diarrhoea that does not stop (stop taking it), black stools, skin rash, wheezing, swelling of the face.
Does Pause-MF need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take Pause-MF in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Used around delivery to reduce bleeding; ask your doctor otherwise. Acceptable while breastfeeding. Not advised in pregnancy, especially the last three months. Usually avoided while breastfeeding; ask a doctor about alternatives.
What are the substitutes for Pause-MF?
We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.
Sources and further reading
- Tranexamic acid: NHS · MedlinePlus
- Mefenamic acid: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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