Atovaquone with Proguanil Tablets
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Atovaquone/Proguanil (Malarone and Maloff): A Powerful Combination treatment for Malaria Prevention.
Atovaquone/Proguanil (Brands: Maloff and Malarone tablets) is a combination of two drugs with different mechanisms of action, containing 250mg atovaquone and 100mg proguanil.
Atovaquone interferes with the mitochondria of the malaria parasite, while
proguanil inhibits the parasite's ability to replicate its DNA.
It is less likely to encounter resistance from the malaria parasite compared to other medications like doxycycline, mefloquine, and chloroquine.
This effectiveness makes it a reliable choice for both preventing and treating malaria.
You can Buy atovaquone and proguanil as Maloff tablets from UK-licenced Ashcroft online pharmacy. Fill in a short online questionnaire for one of our doctors to review. If atovaquone and proguanil are right for you, we will deliver the number of tablets you need.
Taking Atovaquone with Proguanil
Taking the pills:
When you're planning to travel to a malaria risk zone, start taking the tablet 2 days before your trip. Take 1 tablet every 24 hrs. at the same time with food or a milky drink (milk, milkshake) if possible, as this helps your body absorb the medicine better.
How long:
Don't stop when you leave! Continue taking 1 tablet daily while you're in the malaria risk area, and for 7 days after you leave.
How it works?
The Combined Effect:
The combination of Atovaquone and Proguanil delivers a two-way attack against the malaria parasite. Atovaquone weakens the parasite, while Proguanil disrupts its ability to reproduce, making it difficult for the infection to persist in the bloodstream or spread.
Important:
- If you vomit within 1 hour of taking Atovaquone and Proguanil, take another tablet
- If it's been over 1 hour, no need for an extra tablet
- If you forget a dose, take it when remembered. No need for extra tablets.
Who can take Atovaquone with Proguanil?
Atovaquone with Proguanil is commonly prescribed for the prevention and treatment of malaria, particularly for individuals traveling to regions where malaria is prevalent. t's recommended for adults over 18 who are clinically fit.
Factors such as medical history, running medications, allergies to any ingredients of this medication, and specific health conditions can affect whether this treatment is appropriate for an individual.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women, children, and individuals with certain medical conditions may need special consideration or alternative treatments: such as Doxycycline.
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Frequently asked questions
Atovaquone with Proguanil can provide 95% protection when used in conjunction with other measures to avoid mosquito bites.
You'll be protected for 1-2 days after starting your treatment course.
It ensures that you will be protected by the time you arrive at your destination.
It's essential to take the tablets regularly and in accordance with the instructions to achieve maximum protection.
If Atovaquone with Proguanil isn't right for your trip, Doxycycline might be. Your doctor can prescribe it if needed.
Besides taking malaria tablets, you must also take other precautions to avoid malaria when in an affected area. Use insect repellent containing DEET(widely used to repel biting pests such as mosquitoes), sleep under a mosquito net, and wear long-sleeved clothes and pants in the evening to prevent mosquito bites.