Generic Name - Mefloquine
Category - Antimalarial medication
Indications
Malaria.
Generic Mefloquine is indicated for the prevention and treatment of malaria a red blood cell infection transmitted by the bite of a mosquito. This drug is commonly given prior to travel to an area where malaria is a common infection. Generic Mefloquine belongs to a group of medicines called antimalarial agent, that either directly kills the malaria parasites or prevents their growth.
Generic for Mefloquine Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Mefloquine is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Mefloquine should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
depression or history of mental problems including anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, or psychosis (losing touch with reality)
eye disease
heart disease
liver disease
seizures
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Mefloquine. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Beta-blockers
chloroquine
halofantrine
quinidine
quinine
typhoid vaccine
valproic acidantacids
Generic for Mefloquine Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericMefloquine
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Mefloquine for malaria infection is five tablets (1250 mg) . Generic Mefloquine to be given as a single oral dose. Mefloquine should not be taken on an empty stomach and should be administered with at least 8 o (240 mL) of water.
Generic for Mefloquine Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Mefloquine side Effects include blurred vision, or change in vision, fainting spells, fever or chills, hearing problems, headaches, confusion, or other mental changes, joint or muscle aches, redness, blistering and peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Mefloquine.
Generic for Mefloquine and Pregnancy
Generic Mefloquine can be used for pregnant women traveling to areas where the parasite is resistant to chloroquine. Do talk to your doctor and ask for his opinion.
Generic for Mefloquine and Breastfeeding
Generic Mefloquine passes into breast milk in small amounts. However, the amount in breast milk is not enough to prevent the infant from getting malaria.
Generic for Mefloquine and Pediatric
Children should avoid traveling to areas where there is a chance of getting malaria, unless they can take effective antimalarial medicines such as Generic Mefloquine.
Generic for Mefloquine and Geriatric
Use of Generic Mefloquine in this age group appears to be similar to that of other age groups.
Note
The above information about Generic Mefloquine serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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