Mepacrine
Information about Mepacrine
Mepacrine Uses
Mepacrine is used in the treatment of worm infections, malaria, schistosoma infections, diarrhea, periodontitis, liver abscesses, intestinal amoebiasis, hepatic amoebiasis and filariasis.
How Mepacrine works
Mepacrine is an antiparasitic medication. Although its exact mechanism of action is not known, it probably works by binding to the DNA of the parasites (worms) thereby killing them. This treats your infection.
Common side effects of Mepacrine
Limited data available
Available Medicine for Mepacrine
MaladinUnicure India Pvt Ltd
₹21 to ₹642 variant(s)
Expert advice for Mepacrine
- You have been prescribed Mepacrine to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
- It should be taken with food.
- Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
- It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Mepacrine.
- Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
- Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
- Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.