Mara Moja
This is the painkiller half of Kenya knows by name. Mara Moja is an over-the-counter tablet that pairs paracetamol and aspirin with a little caffeine to take the edge off everyday pain. Think headaches, a stiff back, period cramps, a toothache or the dull aches of a cold. The name says it all: "mara moja" is Swahili for "at once," which is the whole idea. This is medicine, not a treat. Read the pack, stick to the stated dose, and if you're unsure, ask a pharmacist.
Each tablet is a three-part combination: paracetamol (200mg) and aspirin (400mg) doing the pain relief, plus a small hit of caffeine (50mg) that helps the other two along. Paracetamol and aspirin tackle the ache and can bring a fever down. The caffeine is the same stuff in your morning cup, just a measured amount to give the combo a nudge. Nothing exotic, nothing fancy. A simple, well-known formula that's been a Kenyan medicine-cabinet staple for years.
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Mara Moja is a proudly Kenyan brand, a household name found in pharmacies, supermarkets and the corner duka alike. It's produced by Shelys Pharmaceuticals, a long-running East African pharma maker. The name is pure Swahili shorthand: "mara moja" means immediately, at once, which is exactly the reputation it has built over decades as the quick-grab painkiller locals trust.
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- What is the price of Mara Moja?
Mara Moja is KSh 10 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for delivery in 30 minutes for most areas in Nairobi, or next day countrywide.
- What is Mara Moja Pain Reliever?
It's a Kenyan over-the-counter pain-relief tablet that combines paracetamol, aspirin and caffeine to ease mild-to-moderate everyday pain.
- What is it used for?
Temporary relief of mild-to-moderate pain like headaches, body and back aches, period pain, toothache, and the aches of a cold or flu. It can also help reduce fever.
- What's in each tablet?
Each tablet contains paracetamol 200mg, aspirin 400mg and caffeine 50mg. It is not a food or a drink, so there's no alcohol content.
- How do I take it?
Follow the directions on the pack and don't exceed the stated dose. Take with water, ideally with or after food, and never alongside other paracetamol- or aspirin-containing medicines.
- Who should avoid Mara Moja?
Because it contains aspirin, avoid it if you have an aspirin allergy, stomach ulcers or bleeding disorders, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. It's not suitable for children. Check with a doctor or pharmacist if you're unsure.
- Where is it from?
It's a Kenyan brand made by Shelys Pharmaceuticals, sold widely in pharmacies, supermarkets and dukas across the country. "Mara moja" is Swahili for "at once."
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Mara Moja price in Kenya
Buy Mara Moja online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 10. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.
