Mephaquine (Mefloquine)


Brand Name: Mephaquine

Generic Name: Mefloquine

Manufacturer/Agent: Mepha


Formulation: tabs

Strength: 250mg

Pack size: 4

Trade Price: KES 940.00

Retail Price: @ KES 313.33


Class: Antimalarials (Anti-infectives)

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Molecular Formulae: C17H16F6N2O.HCl = 414.8

Precautions: Sever renal or hepatic dysfunction. coadministration with quinine.

Indications/Uses: Prophylaxis and treatment of chloroquine-resistant falciparum malaria; 500mg initially and after 8 hours, prophylaxis 250mg weekly.

Interactions: Quinine. anticonvulsants. drugs affecting cardiac conduction.

Side Effects: Dizziness. loss of balance. gastro-intestinal upset. loss of appetite. headache. sleep disorders.