Generic name: atovaquone [ a-TOE-va-kwone ]
Brand name: Mepron
Dosage form: oral suspension (750 mg/5 mL)
Drug class:Miscellaneous antibiotics
What is atovaquone?
Atovaquone interferes with the reproduction of protozoa (single-cell organisms) that can cause disease in the body.
Atovaquone is used to treat or prevent pneumonia caused by a fungal infection called Pneumocystis carinii (also called Pneumocystis jiroveci).
atovaquone is for use in adults and children who are at least 13 years old.
Atovaquone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use atovaquone if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
liver disease; or
a stomach or intestinal disorder.
It is not known whether atovaquone will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It may not be safe to breast-feed a baby while you are using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risks.
How should I take atovaquone?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Take with food.
Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose...
