Mefex 250Mg Tablet
About Mefex 250Mg Tablet
Mefex 250Mg Tablet is an antimalarial used to prevent and treat malaria. For prevention of malaria it is taken once a week for around 5-6 weeks, starting a week or two before potential exposure. Mefex 250Mg Tablet comes as a oral tablet which taken with food or milk.
Side effects of Mefex 250Mg Tablet include depression, restlessness, feeling anxious, cough, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting , sore throat, loss of appetite, diarrhea, stomach pain, fever, chills, dizziness, fainting, fast heartbeat and light headedness. Seek immediate medical attention in case of discomfort.
Do not use Mefex 250Mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients or if you don't have malaria but have a history of mental problems such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia etc. Tell your doctor before prescription if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant or are breastfeeding; any other medication you might be taking; tell him if you have a history of heart or liver problems, history of seizures, diabetes or mood issues.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Mefex 250Mg Tablet
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Mefex 250Mg Tablet ?
Abnormal Dreams
Chills
Depression
Headache
Altered Heart Rate
Insomnia (Difficulty In Sleeping)
Loss Of Appetite
Muscle Pain
Rash
Ringing In Ear
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Mefex 250Mg Tablet
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Falcitab 250mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Falcitab 250mg tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Mefex 250Mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Mefex 250Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Larium 250Mg Tablet
Roche Products India Pvt Ltd
- Mefloc 250mg Tablet
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Meflotas 250Mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Falcitab 250Mg Tablet
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Mefliam Tablet
Cipla Ltd
- Larimef Tablet
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
- Meflife 250Mg Tablet
Leo Pharmaceuticals
- Mefcy 250Mg Tablet
Skymax Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Mefque 250Mg Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication falls under the category of an antimalarial agent that attacks the plasmodium parasites that cause malaria, once they enter your bloodstream or the red blood cells. It kills and prevents the parasites from spreading further.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Mefex 250Mg Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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