Mefloquine Hydrochloride
Generic: Mefloquine Hydrochloride
- Manufacturer
- Teva
- NDC
- 62135-973
- ICD-10 indication
- B50.9
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About Mefloquine Hydrochloride
What is this medication? Mefloquine hydrochloride is an antimalarial drug primarily used for the prevention and treatment of malaria. This serious disease is caused by parasites transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. The medication is particularly useful for travelers visiting areas where malaria is prevalent, especially in regions where the parasites have developed resistance to other common treatments like chloroquine. For prevention, it is generally taken once a week according to a strict schedule that begins before departure and continues for several weeks after returning home.
In addition to its use as a preventive measure, this medication is prescribed to treat mild to moderate cases of active malaria. It functions by attacking the parasites as they live and multiply within the red blood cells of the host. While effective at clearing infections, it must be taken exactly as directed by a healthcare professional to ensure the parasites are fully eradicated. Due to its potential impact on the central nervous system, doctors typically review a patient's medical history carefully before prescribing it to ensure it is the safest option for their specific needs.
Copay & patient assistance
Detailed copay and financial assistance information is not publicly available for this medication at this time. Please consult your pharmacist or the manufacturer's official patient support program for more details.
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Prescribing information
From the FDA-approved label for Mefloquine Hydrochloride. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Nov 18, 2024
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Indications and usage
Dosage and administration
Contraindications
Warnings
Adverse reactions
Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.
Conditions we've indexed resources for
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Medicare Part D coverage
How Mefloquine Hydrochloride appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).
Covered by plans
84%
4,648 of 5,509 plans
Most common tier
Tier 2
On 58% of covering formularies
Prior authorization required
0%
of covering formularies
| Tier | Formularies on this tier | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (preferred generic) | 67 | 20% |
| Tier 2 (generic) | 191 | 58% |
| Tier 3 (preferred brand) | 65 | 20% |
| Tier 4 (non-preferred brand) | 6 | 2% |
Step therapy: 0% of formularies
Quantity limits: 0% of formularies
Coverage breadth: 329 of 65 formularies
How to read this:plans on the same formulary share tier + PA rules. Your specific plan's copay depends on (a) the tier above, (b) your plan's cost-share for that tier, (c) whether you're in the initial coverage phase or past the 2026 $2,000 out-of-pocket cap. For your exact plan, check its Summary of Benefits or log in to your Medicare.gov account. Copay cards don't apply to Medicare (federal law).
Prior authorization & coverage
| Payer | PA | Step therapy | Copay tier |
|---|---|---|---|
— Medicare Part D | — | — | — |
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How this page is sourced
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- Label text (when shown) originates from NLM DailyMed.
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