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Mefex 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Malaria. The alternative uses of Mefex 250 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Mefex 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Mefex 250 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Mefex 250 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Mefex 250 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mefex 250 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mefex 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mefex 250 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Mefex 250 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mefex 250 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Mefex 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Mefex 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Mefex can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Mefex right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Mefex 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Mefex does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Mefex 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Mefex does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mefex 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Mefex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Mefex 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Mefex is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mefex 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mefex 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Mefex 250 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mefex 250 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Mefex 250 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Mefex 250 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Mefex 250 Tablet
It is safe to take Mefex 250 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mefex 250 Tablet
Taking Mefex 250 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Mefloquine Hydrochloride
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 824-825