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Step 1 Register online to create your secure online patient record

Step 2 Answer short questionnaire and make card payment for Malarone

Step 3 Pick-up your Malarone in your chosen pharmacy or await delivery

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Atovaquone/proguanil (Malarone)

This service makes it as convenient as possible for you to obtain a sufficient number of Malarone malaria pills to cover you for a 1-7 day trip to a malaria area where atovaquone/proguanil is recommended.

How to take Malarone

You need to take one Malarone tablet a day. Start taking the pills 1-2 days before entering the malaria area and then continue every day until 7 days after leaving the malaria area.

Effectiveness and limitations of Malarone

Malarone is generally effective at preventing malaria so long as you complete the full course. But Malarone does not guarantee protection from malaria so it is essential that you take steps to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes in the first place. Information on how to avoid being bitten will accompany any malaria pills we send you.

Possible side-effects of Malarone

Most people who take Malarone find it causes them no problems. However, Malarone can cause side-effects in some people such as stomach pain, headache, nausea, diarrhoea, coughing or mouth ulcers. These side-effects are usually mild. Some people find that they experience vivid dreams when taking this malaria pill.

Other considerations

A benefit of Malarone is that it does not increase the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. This can be important if you plan on spending time in the sun. If you do spend time in the sun, it is essential that you apply appropriate suncream. A further benefit of Malarone is that it does not affect the oral contraceptive pill.

Drinking alcohol when taking Malarone

You can drink alcohol in moderation when taking Malarone.

Alternative malaria pills to Malarone

Depending upon where you are travelling, alternative malaria medicines may also be suitable. Visit the website www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk for detailed up-to-date information about your other treatment options.

The importance of travel vaccines

Make sure you have had the appropriate travel vaccines relevant for where you are travelling. When our doctors assess your suitablity for the malaria pills you are requesting they will upload detailed information about the travel vaccinations you need into your confidential online patient record.