Meflotas Tablet
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Product introduction
Meflotas Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of malaria. It works by killing the malaria-causing parasite and stops the infection from spreading.
Meflotas Tablet 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.
Meflotas Tablet 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.
Uses of Meflotas Tablet
Benefits of Meflotas Tablet
In Malaria
Meflotas Tablet 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.
Side effects of Meflotas Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Meflotas
- Abdominal pain
- Abnormal dreams
- Anxiety
- Chills
- Depression
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Fever
- Headache
- Atrial arrhythmias (altered heart rate)
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Itching
- Loss of appetite
- Muscle pain
- Nausea
- Rash
- Ringing in ear
- Vertigo
- Visual impairment
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
How to use Meflotas 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. Meflotas Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Meflotas Tablet works
Meflotas Tablet 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Meflotas Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Meflotas Tablet 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
Meflotas Tablet 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
Meflotas Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Meflotas Tablet can cause dizziness, loss of balance and mental problems and this may affect your ability to drive.
Meflotas Tablet can cause dizziness, loss of balance and mental problems and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Meflotas Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Meflotas Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Meflotas Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Meflotas Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Meflotas Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Meflotas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Meflotas Tablet, 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.
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Quick tips
- Meflotas Tablet should be taken with food to prevent a stomach upset.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- 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.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney liver or heart disease.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
4-Quinolinemethanol derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI MALARIALS
Action Class
Antimalarial- others
Interaction with drugs
Taking Meflotas with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Meflotas Tablet
Once A Week
50%
Twice A Day
31%
Once A Day
19%
What are you using Meflotas Tablet for?
Malaria
80%
Others
20%
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Meflotas Tablet?
Abnormal drea*
33%
No Side Effec*
17%
Anxiety
17%
Chills
17%
Depression
17%
*Abnormal dreams, No Side Effect
How do you take Meflotas Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Meflotas Tablet on price
Expensive
83%
Average
17%
FAQs
Who should not use Meflotas Tablet?
Use of Meflotas Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Meflotas Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Meflotas Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Meflotas Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Meflotas Tablet, 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.
Is Meflotas Tablet safe?
Meflotas Tablet 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.
What if I forget to take a dose of Meflotas Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Meflotas Tablet, 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.
Can I stop taking Meflotas Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Meflotas Tablet 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.
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Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Meflotas Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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