In Reply to: Do you know what's actually in it? posted by Hillary on Saturday, 23. September 2006 at 08:28 Bali Time:
first i will admit that Im a registered nurse in oz
PONSTAN IS A DRUG DESIGNED TO ADDRESS PERIOD PAIN!
SO I DOUBT IT WILL HELP YOUR KNEE MATEY!
GO TO A CLINIC AND GET A SCRIPT FOR DECENT PAIN RELIEF, CLINICS IN MOST AREAS! SIMPLE
Period pain is caused by the release of excess PROSTAGLANDINS - this is the substance that causes muscle contractions in the uterus walls and spasms in the lining of the uterus to help shed the lining.
How does Ponstan work?
Ponstan contains Mefenamic Acid which helps to relieve period pain in two ways:
Inhibits the formation of prostaglandins:
· Stops production of those prostaglandins that could cause more pain.
Blocks the prostatlandins receptor sites:
· Stops those prostaglandins that are causing pain.
Benefits of Ponstan:
· Rapid action - Ponstan starts working in 30-60 mins
· Long lasting - Ponstan provides relief for up to 8 hours
· Easy to swallow capsules
Dosage:
· 500mg (2 capsules) 3 times daily with meals from the onset of pain.
Active ingredients: