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Mepron, an antiprotozoal agent, is indicated for the prevention of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia in patients who are intolerant to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) and is indicated for the acute oral treatment of mild-to-moderate PCP in patients who are intolerant to TMP-SMX. Some serious side effects include but are not limited to: easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, or flu symptoms.
MEPRON (atovaquone) is supplied in strength of 750 mg atovaquone in each teaspoonful (5 mL). Dosing varies for adults and pediatric patients and is determined by the prescribing doctor. Note that failure to administer Mepron Suspension with meals may limit response to therapy. Those allergic to atovaquone should not use this medication. Mepron may interact with other medications such as rifabutin, rifampin, blood thinners, or seizure medications. There are no adequate studies on pregnant women using Mepron. Mepron should only be used during pregnancy if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. It is unknown whether Mepron is excreted into human milk. Caution is advised when administering this drug to nursing women.
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Mepron Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
MEPRON (atovaquone) Suspension is indicated for the prevention of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia in patients who are intolerant to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX).
MEPRON (atovaquone) Suspension is also indicated for the acute oral treatment of mild-to-moderate PCP in patients who are intolerant to TMP-SMX.
Prevention of PCP: The indication for prevention of PCP is based on the results of 2 clinical trials comparing MEPRON (atovaquone) Suspension to dapsone or aerosolized pentamidine in HIV-infected adult and adolescent patients at risk ...
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Mepron Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;
- fever, flu symptoms;
- white patches in your mouth or throat;
- worsening cough;
- bronchospasm (wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing);
- fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash; or ...
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Mepron Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is used to prevent or treat Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (previously known as Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia or PCP) in selected patients. It is an antiparasitic that prevents the growth of the germ responsible for this infection.
HOW TO USE: Shake the bottle gently but thoroughly before use. Measure the dose out carefully with a medication spoon/cup. Do not use a household spoon. To treat PCP, take this medication by mouth with food, usually 2 times daily for 21 days or as directed by your doctor. To prevent PCP, take this medica...
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