Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet
Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat malaria. It fights against the infection by preventing the growth of the parasites inside the body.
Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet
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About This Medicine
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Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat malaria. It fights against the infection by preventing the growth of the parasites inside the body.
Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat malaria. It fights against the infection by preventing the growth of the parasites inside the body.
Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is to be taken with food and take it at a fixed time regularly. Take the medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. A missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy.
Some common side effects of this medicine are headaches, loss of appetite, weakness, pain in muscles, and joint pain. You may also feel dizzy, thus it is advised not to drive or operate machinery. To overcome dizziness you should drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medication for any health conditions. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.
03Uses
Treatment of Malaria
04How To Use
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. Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two antiparasitic medicines: Artesunate and Mefloquine, which treats malaria. These medicines work 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Larinate MF Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Larinate MF 200mg/250mg 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.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Malaria
Malaria is a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected mosquitoes. Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet is an antimalarial medicine and is used to treat malaria. It kills the infection-causing parasite and stops the further spread of the infection in the body. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.
08Side Effects
Muscle pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Upset stomach
Stomach pain
Dizziness
Headache
Sleepiness
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Skin rash
Tiredness
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Larinate MF 200mg/250mg 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
Larinate MF 200mg/250mg 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
Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Larinate MF 200mg/250mg 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 Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
10Drug Tips
You have been prescribed Larinate MF 200mg/250mg Tablet for the treatment of acute uncomplicated malaria that is resistant to other antimalarial medications such as chloroquine.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
It should be taken with food or drinks rich in fat such as milk.
It may cause fatigue and dizziness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
If you vomit within 1 hour of taking the tablets, take another dose.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver or heart disease.
Tips to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:Wear light-coloured 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.
Wear light-coloured 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.
References
Sources and references
Mefloquine. Nutley, New Jersey: Roche Laboratories. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
