How do I take my Anti-Malarials?
Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease which is widespread in many tropical and subtropical countries.
It is caught by being bitten by an infected mosquito that is carrying the malaria parasites in its saliva. The malaria parasite is a microscopic organism called a Plasmodium and it belongs to the group of tiny organisms known as protozoans. There are four types of plasmodium: P. falciparum (the most dangerous), P. vivax, P. ovale and P. malariae. The species of mosquito that carries the malaria parasites is the Anopheles mosquito.
How do I take my Anti-Malarials?
Newton Place Pharmacy is an independent community pharmacy proudly serving Faversham and the surrounding areas. We provide a wide range of NHS and private services, with particular expertise in travel vaccinations, seasonal flu vaccinations and professional ear wax removal.
MEFLOQUINE - WEEKLY
Lariam - Start 2-3 weeks before travel, throughout your stay in an endemic area and continue for four weeks after you return.
Cost £30-£60*
MALARONE - DAILY
Start two days before travel, throughout your stay in endemic country or area and continue for four weeks after return.
Cost £25-£45*
MEFLOQUINE - WEEKLY
Start two days before travel, throughout your stay in an endemic area and continue for one week after return.
Cost £50-£100*
Where is
Malaria found?
Malaria occurs in over 100 countries and more than 40% of the people in the world are at risk.
Large areas of Central and South America, Hispaniola (Haiti and the Dominican Republic), Africa, the Middle East, the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Oceania are considered malaria-risk areas.
Malaria Cases in the UK
Every year approximately 1,800 British travellers returned home with malaria. The UK is one of the biggest importers of malaria into Europe.
Top Tips for Protecting Against Malaria
Take Your Pharmacies Advice
Take an anti-malarial advised by your Pharmacist
Take Your Pharmacies Advice
Take an anti-malarial advised by your Pharmacist
Take Your Pharmacies Advice
Take an anti-malarial advised by your Pharmacist
Malaria Tablets & Prices
Don't Forget your Anti-Malarials For Certain Destinations!
| Malaria Tablets | Price Per Tablet |
|---|---|
| Malarone | £3.00 |
| Atovaquone 250mg/Proguanil 100mg | £2.50 |
| Malarone Paediatric | £1.50 |
| Doxycycline | £0.50 |
| Lariam | £3.50 |
Spot the Symptoms of Malaria
Any traveller who becomes ill with a fever or flu like illness while travelling and up to one year after returning home should immediately seek professional medical care.
You should tell your GP that you have been travelling in a malaria-risk area. Malaria can be cured with prescription drugs, however, the damage caused can be with you for the rest of your life so protection is vital.
Common Symptoms of Malaria
Fever & High Temperature
Flu Like Symptoms
Muscle Pain & Headaches
What Questions You'll Be Asked:
Your consultation with the pharmacist, before antimalarials can be supplied to you the pharmacist will need to ask you a few simple questions.
- Are the medicines for yourself?
- Travelling with children or infirm adult?
- Where are you travelling to?
- Will you be in very remote areas?
- What is your age?
- Do you have any medical conditions?
- Do you have any repellent or mosquito nets?
- Have you had antimalarials before?
Book now for your vaccinations at Newton Place Pharmacy!
Come and visit us for some friendly advice, or give us a call on 01795 597509