ACHNIL ^TM

Composition

Achnil Tablet: Each tablet contains Tolfenamic Acid BP 200 mg.

Pharmacology

Tolfenamic Acid is an NSAID with anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic effects. It is a prostaglandin synthesis inhibitor and a leukotriene synthesis inhibitor.

NSAIDs like tolfenamic acid work by blocking the action of a substance in the body called cyclo-oxygenase (COX). Cyclo-oxygenase is involved in the production of various chemicals in the body, some of which are known as prostaglandins.

Prostaglandins are produced in response to injury and certain diseases and conditions, and cause pain, swelling and inflammation. NSAIDs block the production of these prostaglandins and are therefore effective at reducing inflammation and pain.

Indication

Tolfenamic acid is used specifically for relieving the pain of migraine headaches.