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Medicine Details

Mefloc 250mg Tablet

Manufacturer: Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition: Mefloquine (250mg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Malaria Mefloc 250mg Tablet is an antimalarial medicine and is used to treat malaria, a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. It kills the infection-causing parasite and stops the further spread of the infection. Take it only as prescribed and refrain from taking any other medicines along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.

Benefits: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mefloc 250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Description: Mefloc 250mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of malaria. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasite and stops the infection from spreading. Mefloc 250mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Some people may have stomach pain, abnormal dreams, chills, depression, and diarrhea, as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you ever had fits (seizures) or any problems with your kidney, heart, or liver.

How to Use: Mefloc 250mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication 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.

Safety Advice: - Alcohol : CAUTION - Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mefloc 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Mefloc 250mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Mefloc 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Mefloc 250mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Mefloc 250mg Tablet can cause dizziness, loss of balance and mental problems and this may affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Mefloc 250mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Mefloc 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mefloc 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Mefloc 250mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

If Missed: If you miss a dose of Mefloc 250mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Packaging: strip of 4 tablets

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Malaria

Alcohol Interaction: CAUTION

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Liver Interaction: CAUTION