Mefloc 250mg Tablet 4'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Mefloquine 250 mg
Manufacturer
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Variant
4 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONMEFLOC 250MG contains Mefloquine which belongs to a group of medicines called antimalarials. It is used to manage and prevent malaria. Malaria is a disease which occurs when small parasites are passed from one person to another by the bites of certain mosquitoes. Mefloquine is a quinolone medicine which is effective against CQ-sensitive as well as resistant plasmodia. It controls fever and eliminates circulating parasites in infections caused by P. falciparum or P. vivax in partially immune as well as non-immune individuals. The morphological changes produced in the intraerythrocytic parasite resemble quinine and CQ induced changes. Like CQ it accumulates in infected RBCs (including those with CQ-resistant P.f.), binds to haeme and this complex may be damaging the parasite membranes. Before taking MEFLOC 250MG, tell your physician if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medicine is not suitable for use in children below 3 months of age. The common
Uses
OF MEFLOC 250MG Manages and prevents malaria
How It Works
Mefloquine belongs to a class of medications called antimalarials which works by killing the organisms that cause malaria.
Directions for Use
Always take MEFLOC 250MG as instructed by your doctor. Swallow whole and do not crush or chew. Take with plenty of water, after a meal.
Side Effects
MEFLOC 250MG Manages and prevents malaria HOW MEFLOC 250MG WORKSMefloquine belongs to a class of medications called antimalarials which works by killing the organisms that cause malaria. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways take MEFLOC 250MG as instructed by your doctor. Swallow whole and do not crush or chew. Take with plenty of water, after a meal. SIDE EFFECTS OF MEFLOC 250MGCOMMON depression anxiety sleeping problems (sleepiness, unable to sleep, bad dreams) dizziness headache vision problems loss of balance nausea vomiting diarrhoea abdominal pain itching
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMEFLOC 250MG is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. BREASTFEEDINGMEFLOC 250MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines since it may cause dizziness, loss of balance and mental problems. LIVERMEFLOC 250MG is not recommended in patients with severe liver problems. Consult your doctor for advice. ALLERGYTell your doctor if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Mefloquine. OTHERSTell your doctor before taking this medicine if you have or had: depression or self-endangering behaviour anxiety disorder, schizophrenia or psychosis fits (seizures or convulsions) blackwater fever
Drug Interactions
STell your doctor if you are taking, halofantrine, quinine, quinidine, or chloroquine (manages malaria) β-blocking agents, calcium channel blockers antihistamines (used for allergies) tricyclic anti-depressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), bupropion and phenothiazines (manages mental problems) sodium valproate, carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin (manages epilepsy) ketoconazole (used to manage fungal infections) rifampicin, penicillins, cephalosporins (used to manage bacterial infections) efavirenz (used to manage HIV infections) tramadol (used to manage severe pain) medicines for blood clotting disorders and diabetes SYNOPSIS Drug : Mefloquine Pharmacological Category : Antimalarials Therapeutic Indication : Manages and prevents malaria Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATIONStore below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.