Malarone x 16 Tabs

Malarone – Effective Treatment and Prevention of Malaria

Malarone is a combination medication containing two active ingredients: Atovaquone and Proguanil. It is primarily used to prevent and treat malaria, a potentially life-threatening disease caused by the Plasmodium parasite. The medication works by interfering with the parasites’ ability to reproduce and survive, thereby preventing malaria infection.

Malarone is commonly prescribed to individuals traveling to areas where malaria is prevalent. It is also used for the treatment of malaria in people who have already contracted the disease. The combination of Atovaquone and Proguanil in Malarone helps to target the parasites in the blood and liver, reducing the risk of infection and accelerating the recovery process if the disease is contracted.

How It Works:

• Atovaquone works by inhibiting the parasite's ability to produce energy, preventing it from multiplying and spreading in the body.

• Proguanil helps enhance the effectiveness of Atovaquone and works by preventing the parasite from reproducing in the liver and bloodstream.

By targeting the parasites at different stages of their lifecycle, Malarone provides effective prevention and treatment for malaria.

How to Use:

• For Prevention: Take one 250mg tablet (adult dose) once daily, starting 1-2 days before entering a malaria-risk area. Continue taking the tablet once a day throughout your stay, and for 7 days after leaving the area.

• For Treatment: Take one 250mg tablet twice a day for 3 days, or as prescribed by your doctor, to treat an active malaria infection.

• Administration: Swallow the tablet whole with food or a glass of water. The food helps with the absorption of the medication.

• Missed Dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not take two doses at once to make up for a missed dose.

Key Ingredients:

• Atovaquone: Works by inhibiting the growth and reproduction of the malaria parasite.

• Proguanil: Enhances Atovaquone’s action and blocks parasite reproduction in the liver and blood.

Safety Information:

• Side Effects: Common side effects may include headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or diarrhea. These are typically mild and temporary. If side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

• Warnings:

  • Malarone is generally safe for most people, but should be used with caution in those with severe kidney or liver disease. Your doctor may need to adjust the dose if you have these conditions.

  • Malarone is not recommended during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergic reactions to other antimalarial medications or any of the ingredients in Malarone.

  • Malarone should be used in conjunction with other malaria prevention measures, such as using mosquito repellents and sleeping under insecticide-treated nets.

• Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking other medications, especially those that affect liver enzymes or have a potential interaction with antimalarial drugs.

Why Choose Malarone?

• Convenient once-daily tablet for malaria prevention.

• Effective for treating and preventing malaria in areas with varying resistance profiles.

• Well-tolerated by most travelers, with fewer side effects than other antimalarial medications.

Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

This is a prescription only medicine and must be prescribed by a qualified medical professional. Treatment should only be undertaken following appropriate clinical assessment and in accordance with their professional guidance and advice.