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Lariago 250mg

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Lariago 250mg Tablet is an antimalarial medication which is used in the treatment as well as prophylaxis of malaria. This medicine is not recommended in patients with the eye disease. Liver function and blood cell count monitoring is necessary while receiving this medicine.

Lariago 250mg Details

Composition = Chloroquine

Dosage = 250mg

Indication = Malaria

Manufacturer = Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

What Is Lariago 250mg?

Lariago 250mg Tablet is an anti-malarial medication to prevent and treat malaria, a disease caused by parasites in countries where malaria is common. It works by interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells of the human body.

Lariago 250mg Tablet is also used to treat infections caused by amoebae occurring outside of the intestines, lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis. It is administered orally. Functioning of the liver and blood cell count should be checked from time to time while taking this medicine.

How Does Lariago 250mg Work?

Lariago 250mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication which treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

What Is Route Of Administration?

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may increase the chance of serious side effects.

Dosage Of Lariago 250mg

Lariago-DS Tablet

Lariago Oral Suspension

Lariago 40mg Injection

Lariago 64.5mg Injection

Side Effects Of Lariago 250mg

Major

Anxiety

Attempts at killing oneself

Back, leg, or stomach pains

Black, tarry stools

Bleeding gums

Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin

Blood in the urine or stools

Blurred or decreased vision

Change in near or distance vision

Chest discomfort or pain

Chills

Minor

Change in hair color

Hair loss

Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight

Redness or other discoloration of the skin

Severe sunburn

Stomach cramps

Trouble sleeping

Weight loss

Drug To Drug Interaction

Ethambutol = Lariago 250mg may increase the risk of nerve damage if given together. Any symptoms of numbness, tingling or burning sensation in feet, hands should be informed to the doctor. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

Fluconazole = Lariago 250mg may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any heart medications. Close monitoring of heart function is necessary. Discontinue the treatment if you develop any symptoms of palpitations, dizziness, and difficulty in breathing.

Tramadol = Lariago 250mg may increase the risk of seizures if taken together. Inform the doctor if you are having any history of seizures or head injury. Any symptoms of seizures should be reported to the doctor. An alternate class of medication should be considered based on the medical condition.

Quinidine = Lariago 250mg may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any heart medications. Close monitoring of heart function is necessary. Discontinue the treatment if you develop any symptoms of palpitations, dizziness, and difficulty in breathing.

While Tacking Lariago 250mg

Do

Lariago 250mg Tablet is used for the prevention and treatment of malaria.

Take it with food to decrease the risk of stomach upset.

Tips to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes:

Wear light-coloured and covered clothing when you are outside after sunset.

Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.

Spray to kill any mosquitoes that may have entered rooms in spite of screening.

It may cause blurring of vision, when you first start taking it. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.

Eye examination prior to and at 3–6 monthly intervals during use is required if patients are receiving Lariago 250mg Tablet at continuous high doses for longer duration.

It may cause low blood sugar level. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, if you are diabetic.

When used long term, your doctor may monitor the amounts of the different types of blood cells in your blood regularly. Inform your doctor if you have unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, fever, or general feeling of tiredness.

Don’t

Pregnancy = Lariago 250mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation = Lariago 250mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving = Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Sometimes Lariago 250mg Tablet causes blurred eyesight or makes it difficult to focus your eyes which may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney = Lariago 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lariago 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver = Lariago Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lariago 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Regular monitoring of liver function tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

Uses Of Lariago 250mg

Lariago 250mg Tablet is one of a group of medicines called anti-malarial, which are used in the prevention and suppression of malaria. Lariago 250mg Tablet is also used to treat infections that are caused due to amoebae and useful in the treatment of extra intestinal amoebiasis, giardiasis, rheumatoid arthritis, discold lupus erythematosus, lepra reactions, photogenicreactions, and infectious mononucleosis.

Storage Of Lariago 250mg

Keep your medicine in a safe place where children cannot see or reach it. Your medicine could harm them. Do not store your medicine above 30oC. Protect them from light and moisture. Keep the in the container they came in. Do not take Chloroquine phosphate after the expiry date stated on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer required. This will help to protect the environment.