Molecular Formula: C17H17ClF6N2O
Molecular weight: 414.8 g/mol
CAS No: 51773-92-3
ATC Code: P01BC02
Drug Class: Anti-Malarial
General Properties:
Mefloquine hydrochloride is a hydrochloride.
Mefloquine Hydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt form of mefloquine, a piperidinyl quinidine with antimalarial activity. Although the exact mechanism of mefloquine hydrochloride is largely unknown, this agent acts as a blood schizonticide and probably exert its actions by interacting with the phospholipid bilayer, thereby interfering with the stability of the cell membrane and causing cell lysis. Mefloquine hydrochloride is active against Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax.
A phospholipid-interacting antimalarial drug (ANTIMALARIALS). It is very effective against PLASMODIUM FALCIPARUM with very few side effects.
Indication:
Mefloquine can be prescribed for either treatment or prevention of malaria. This fact sheet provides information about its use for the prevention of malaria infection associated with travel. Who can take mefloquine? Mefloquine can be prescribed to adults and children of all ages.
