Mefque 250 mg Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Uses of Mefque 250 mg Tablet:
Malaria
Composition of Mefque 250 mg Tablet:
Mefloquine 250mg
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Description
Malaria
Uses
Mefloquine is generally used in treatment of the treatment of malaria.
Side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Abnormal dreams
- Altered heart rate
- Anxiety
- Chills
- Depression
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Itching
- Loss of appetite
- Muscle pain
- Nausea
- Rash
- Ringing in ear
- Vertigo
- Visual impairment
- Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Mefloquine, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Mefloquine is to be taken with food.
How it works
Mefloquine is an antiparasitic drug which treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Mefloquine safe?
Yes. Mefloquine is safe if used at the prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Mefloquine safe for babies?
It is not recommended for use in babies below 3 months and weighing less than 5 kg
Q. Is Mefloquine an antibiotic/ a quinolone/ does it contain sulphur or sulfa/ contain quinine?
No. Mefloquine is an antimalarial drug with activity against malaria causing parasites. It is a quinine antimalarial and does not contain sulphur/ sulfa or quinolone
Q. Is Mefloquine the same as doxycycline/ chloroquine?
No. Mefloquine is not the same as doxycycline or chloroquine. All three drugs have different mechanism of action and indications
Q. How does Mefloquine work?
Mefloquine is an antimalarial drug. It works by killing the malaria causing parasite by destroying the parasites at a crucial stage of development (asexual intraerythocytic stage)
Q. What does Mefloquine treat?
Mefloquine is used in the prevention and treatment of malaria
Q. Does Mefloquine cause insomnia?
Yes. Insomnia (difficulty falling asleep) is a common side effect of Mefloquine treatment
Q. Is Mefloquine safe for G6PD deficiency?
Yes. Studies have indicated that Mefloquine is safe for use in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
Yes. Mefloquine is safe if used at the prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Mefloquine safe for babies?
It is not recommended for use in babies below 3 months and weighing less than 5 kg
Q. Is Mefloquine an antibiotic/ a quinolone/ does it contain sulphur or sulfa/ contain quinine?
No. Mefloquine is an antimalarial drug with activity against malaria causing parasites. It is a quinine antimalarial and does not contain sulphur/ sulfa or quinolone
Q. Is Mefloquine the same as doxycycline/ chloroquine?
No. Mefloquine is not the same as doxycycline or chloroquine. All three drugs have different mechanism of action and indications
Q. How does Mefloquine work?
Mefloquine is an antimalarial drug. It works by killing the malaria causing parasite by destroying the parasites at a crucial stage of development (asexual intraerythocytic stage)
Q. What does Mefloquine treat?
Mefloquine is used in the prevention and treatment of malaria
Q. Does Mefloquine cause insomnia?
Yes. Insomnia (difficulty falling asleep) is a common side effect of Mefloquine treatment
Q. Is Mefloquine safe for G6PD deficiency?
Yes. Studies have indicated that Mefloquine is safe for use in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
Expert Advice
- Consult your doctor before taking Mefloquine if you have fits (seizures), any heart diseases or liver disorders.Seek immediate medical attention if you experience pain, burning, tingling, numbness in hands/feet and/or muscle weakness or problems in eyes or with vision after taking Mefloquine.Do not drive or operate machinery while using Mefloquine as it may cause dizziness and visual disturbances.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Product Details
SKU: PC-45795
Product Description: Mefque 250 mg Tablet is manufactured by Zydus Cadila
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Mefque 250 mg Tablet is manufactured by Zydus Cadila
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
