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Mefex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria. Other than this, Mefex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Mefex 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mefex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mefex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the 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 has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mefex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mefex related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Mefex have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Mefex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mefex, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Mefex 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 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 safe during breastfeeding?
Mefex does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Mefex on the Kidneys?
Mefex does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mefex on the Liver?
Side effects of Mefex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Mefex on the Heart?
Mefex is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mefex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mefex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mefex habit forming or addictive?
Mefex 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 as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Mefex only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Mefex in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Mefex
It is safe to take Mefex with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mefex
Taking Mefex 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