Mefloquine HCL Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity
COMMON side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- Difficulty Concentrating
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Change In Vision
- Decreased Appetite
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty Sleeping
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach Cramps
- Vomiting
INFREQUENT side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- Trouble Breathing
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Skin Rash
- Low Energy
- Muscle Pain
RARE side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
- A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
- A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
- A Type Of Brain Function Problem Called Encephalopathy
- Abnormal Heart Rhythm
- Abnormal Liver Function Tests
- Complete Stoppage Of The Heart
- Confusion
- Decreased Blood Platelets
- Depression
- Erythema Multiforme, A Type Of Allergic Skin Reaction
- Fainting
- Hallucinations
- High Blood Pressure
- High Levels Of White Blood Cells
- Hives
- Inflammation In The Lungs Due To An Allergic Reaction
- Liver Failure
- Loss Of Muscle Coordination
- Low Blood Counts Due To Bone Marrow Failure
- Low Blood Pressure
- Mental Problems From Taking The Drug
- Mood Changes
- Muscle Tremors
- Muscle Weakness
- Nervousness
- Panic Disorder
- Paranoia
- Prolonged QT Interval On EKG
- Seizures
- Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
- Slow Heartbeat
- Suicidal Behavior
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Feeling Of General Discomfort Called Malaise
- Abnormal Dreams
- Anxious Feelings
- Behavioral Problems
- Chills
- Cramps
- Erythema Or Redness Of Skin Or Mucous Membrane
- Excessive Sweating
- Fever
- Generalized Disorder Of Peripheral Nerves
- Generalized Weakness
- Hair Loss
- Indigestion
- Itching
- Joint Pain
- Memory Loss
- Ringing In The Ears
- Visible Water Retention
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