What should I avoid while taking mefloquine?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

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There are many medications that interact with mefloquine, including quinine, quinidine, chloroquine and halofantrine. Consult your doctor before taking any other medications while using mefloquine. Do not drive or perform other tasks that require you to be alert until you know how mefloquine will affect you. Do not receive a live vaccine less than three days before beginning or while taking mefloquine.

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