So I started my anti-malarials today. No big deal right? Well I am a little nervous here is what Wikipedia has to say about this drug:
"Mefloquine may have severe and permanent adverse side-effects. It is known to cause severe depression, anxiety, paranoia, nightmares, insomnia, seizures, peripheral motor-sensory neuropathy, vestibular (balance) damage and central nervous system problems. For a complete list of adverse physical and psychological effects — including suicidal ideation — see the most recent product information. Central nervous system events occur in up to 25% of people taking Lariam, such as dizziness, headache, insomnia, and vivid dreams."
Ok so oddly enough the part I am most worried about....the vivid dreams. I have never really been affected by any of the other things listed I do however get very vivid dreams. Actually not uncommon for me to wake up and be totally unable to decipher whether the dream was real or not. I was already worried about the freaky dreams I was going to have in Uganda.....what should I expect now?
Well here I go...off to bed....I'll keep you posted on the freaky dreams I have!
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