Malarone tablet

Malarone is suitable for most malaria areas. The treatment consists of a daily dose taken from two days before travel until one week after leaving the malaria area.

Price

Course	Depends on duration of travel
Pack size	Differs between brands
Price	£3.00 per tablet

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About the medication

Dosage: The usual dose for malaria prevention for adults is 250 mg per day.

How to take: Take one 250 mg tablet a day starting two days before you travel. Continue taking one tablet a day until 7 days after leaving the malaria area.

Side effects: As most medications, Malarone can cause side effects in some patients. Possible side effects include headache and digestive problems.

Who can take it: Malarone is a prescription only medication, so a healthcare professional needs to assess whether you can use it. It is not suitable for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Additional precautions: Take Malarone exactly as it’s been prescribed to you. In addition to taking your tablets you need to practise mosquito bite avoidance.