Mepalex 300mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Lexica Drugs & Formulations Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Mefloquine (300mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | 4-Quinolinemethanol derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI MALARIALS |
| Action Class | Antimalarial- others |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 503 |
FAQ
Is Mepalex 300mg safe?
Mepalex 300mg is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Who should not use Mepalex 300mg?
Use of Mepalex 300mg should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Mepalex 300mg or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Mepalex 300mg for the first time, consult your doctor.
What if I forget to take a dose of Mepalex 300mg?
If you forget a dose of Mepalex 300mg, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Mepalex 300mg?
Before starting treatment with Mepalex 300mg, inform your doctor if you have any other health conditions like kidney- or heart-related problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Can I stop taking Mepalex 300mg when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Mepalex 300mg without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
What if you forget to take Mepalex Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Mepalex 300mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Mepalex 300mg Tablet Reviews
Mepalex 300mg is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of malaria. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasite and stops the infection from spreading.
Mepalex 300mg should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Some people may have stomach pain, abnormal dreams, chills, depression, and diarrhea, as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you ever had fits (seizures) or any problems with your kidney, heart, or liver.
Mepalex 300mg should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Some people may have stomach pain, abnormal dreams, chills, depression, and diarrhea, as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you ever had fits (seizures) or any problems with your kidney, heart, or liver.
How Mepalex 300mg Tablet Works
Mepalex 300mg is an antiparasitic medication which treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.
How to Use Mepalex 300mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mepalex 300mg is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Mepalex 300mg Tablet
- In Malaria: Mepalex 300mg is an antimalarial medicine and is used to treat malaria, a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. It kills the infection-causing parasite and stops the further spread of the infection. Take it only as prescribed and refrain from taking any other medicines along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.
Uses of Mepalex 300mg Tablet
- Malaria
Mepalex 300mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mepalex 300mg. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Mepalex 300mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mepalex 300mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mepalex 300mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Mepalex 300mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Mepalex 300mg can cause dizziness, loss of balance and mental problems and this may affect your ability to drive.
Liver
CAUTION
Mepalex 300mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mepalex 300mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Mepalex 300mg is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Quick Tips
- Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney liver or heart disease.
- Tips to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:Wear light-colored and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening.
- Mepalex 300mg should be taken with food to prevent a stomach upset.
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- Vinetz JM, Clain J, Bounkeua V, et al. Chemotherapy of Malaria. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1408-409.