mefloquine

mefloquine
n.
a drug used in the prevention and treatment of malaria that is resistant to chloroquine. It is administered by mouth; side-effects can include dizziness, rash, gastrointestinal problems, and psychiatric disturbances (e.g. depression, psychosis), and the drug should not be taken during pregnancy, by psychiatric patients, or with beta blockers.
Trade names:
Lariam.

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