Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for MEFQUE 250MG TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for MEFQUE 250MG TAB
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Overview
MEFQUE 250MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.MEFQUE 250MG TAB is composed of: MEFLOQUINE (250.0 MG)
Mefloquine is a medicine used to treat malaria, a disease caused by parasites. This medicine works by interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells of the human body.
Parasites that cause malaria typically enter the body through the bite of a mosquito. Malaria is common in areas such as Africa, South America, and Southern Asia.
Usage
MEFLOQUINE is generally used to treat: MalariaFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk
How Do I Take It?
MEFQUE 250MG TAB is generally taken With Food.Precautions for MEFQUE 250MG TAB and its Constituents
Caution should be exercised in patients with
Symptoms of Overdosage
MEFLOQUINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty BreathingCommon Side-Effects
MEFLOQUINE : Abdomen Upset Stomach, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Head Headache, Loose MotionSerious Side-Effects
MEFLOQUINE : Loss Of Coordination, Hands Numbness, Hands Tingling, Fatigue (tiredness), Nausea, Vomit, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow EyesRare Side-Effects
MEFLOQUINE : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body ItchingTechnical Classification
MEFLOQUINE is categorized as: ANTIMALARIAL QUINOLINES / ANTIMALARIAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVESAvailable Alternatives for MEFQUE 250MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
FALCITAB 250MG TAB | INR 173.25 for 6 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250.0 MG |
LARIMEF TAB | INR 349.14 for 6 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250.0 MG |
LARIUM 250MG TAB | INR 5.98 for 4 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250.0 MG |
MEFCY 250MG TAB | INR 380.85 for 6 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250.0 MG |
MEFEX 250MG TAB | INR 240 for 6 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250.0 MG |
MEFLIAM TAB | INR 295.01 for 6 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250.0 MG |
MEFLIFE TAB | INR 118.8 for 2 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250.0 MG |
MEFLOC 250MG TAB | INR 197.62 for 4 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250.0 MG |
MEFLOQUINE TAB | INR 76 for 2 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250 MG |
MEFLOTAS TAB | INR 90.5 for 2 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250 MG |
MEFQUE 250MG TAB | INR 254.83 for 4 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 250.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
FALCIGO PLUS TAB | INR 397 for 6 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 200 MG, ARTESUNATE 100 MG |
MEFLIAM PLUS TAB | INR 310 for 6 TABLETS | MEFLOQUINE 220.0 MG, ARTESUNATE 100.0 MG |
MEFLOQUINE | MEFLOQUINE | |
MEFLOTAS DPS | INR 78.57 for 5 ML DROP | MEFLOQUINE 0.5 %W/V |