Mefloquine Benefits & Uses

Mefloquine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Mefloquine Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Above 6 months old can take

Mefloquine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mefloquine is used -

Moderate

Chest Pain
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Mild

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Itching or burning
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue
Dyspepsia
Hair Loss
Urticaria
Weakness

Mefloquine Related Warnings

Is the use of Mefloquine safe for pregnant women?

Mefloquine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Mefloquine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Mefloquine safe during breastfeeding?

Mefloquine does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Mefloquine on the Kidneys?

Mefloquine is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Mefloquine on the Liver?

Mefloquine has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mefloquine on the Heart?

Side effects of Mefloquine rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mefloquine with Other Drugs

Mefloquine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Atazanavir

Moderate

Alfuzosin

Azithromycin

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Mefloquine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mefloquine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Depression
Schizophrenia
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Suicidal Tendency

Frequently asked Questions about Mefloquine

Is this Mefloquine habit forming or addictive?

Mefloquine is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mefloquine as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Mefloquine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Mefloquine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Mefloquine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mefloquine

It is safe to take Mefloquine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mefloquine

Taking alcohol with Mefloquine can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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