Mefloquine Prescription Online

Mefloquine - Overview

Mefloquine is a medication sometimes prescribed to people who need prophylaxis for malaria. People who might need a mefloquine prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe mefloquine HCl medication, including generic mefloquine tablets, when appropriate to do so.

Mefloquine - Dose and Cost

Mefloquine prescription medication was previously marketed under the brand name Lariam. Mefloquine belongs to a class of medications known as antimalarial agents - similar to chloroquine and Malarone - and is considered a schizonticidal drug that may target ribosomes in the parasite. When used for malaria prophylaxis, mefloquine medication is sometimes prescribed as mefloquine 250 mg once per week although the mefloquine prescription utilized depends on the judgement of the medical provider. Mefloquine is considered moderately affordable, costing under $3.50 per mefloquine 250 mg tablet at many pharmacies in the United States. Costs associated with a mefloquine prescription can also sometimes be reduced with the use of mefloquine coupons online or through using one's insurance plan (assuming there is mefloquine insurance coverage).

Can I Buy Mefloquine Online?

Mefloquine HCl requires a prescription before it can be dispensed by a pharmacy in the United States. As a result, one cannot just buy mefloquine online and mefloquine OTC is not available. The first step to getting a mefloquine prescription is connecting with a licensed medical provider. People who might need a mefloquine prescription can use Push Health to connect with a provider who can prescribe mefloquine tablets, including generic mefloquine 250 mg medication, when appropriate to do so.

Mefloquine - Side Effects

Mefloquine prescription medication can cause side effects when used. Side effects that can occur from mefloquine medication use include dizziness, nausea, chills, rash, fatigue and hearing issues. People with underlying psychiatric disorders should generally avoid using mefloquine. Mefloquine medication has been associated with some cardiac disorders. Prior to using mefloquine tablets, it is important to discuss side effects or other concerns with a qualified medical provider. Mefloquine and alcohol should not be used together. People with a hypersensitivity to mefloquine, quinine or quinidine-based medications should not use mefloquine HCl prescription tablets.

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