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Malarone Paediatric 62.5mg/25mg Tablets

Malarone Paediatric (Atovaquone Proguanil) is a fixed-dose anti-malarial treatment for children.

Malarone Paediatric 62.5mg/25mg Tablets

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Malarone Paediatric (Atovaquone Proguanil) is a fixed-dose anti-malarial with an active ingredient combination of atovaquone and proguanil hydrochloride, antimalarial agents, in tablet formulation. Malarone is a popular alternative to other anti-malaria brands due to it’s high level of protection and because treatment can started just 1-2 days before entering a malaria region and completed 7 days after leaving making it perfect for last minute and short stay trips. It is approved for use, even in areas where chloroquine resistance has been reported and has been recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as an option for the prevention of P. falciparum malaria.

 

 Tablet Strength: 62.5mg/25mg
 How To Take Malarone: 1-3 Tablets per day (depending on weight)
 Start Treatment: 2 Days before travelling
 Finish Treatment: 1 Week after returning
 

 For full details on Malarone Peadiatric 62.5mg/25mg tablets please click on the patient leaflet below:

 Malarone Peadiatric Patient Information Leaflet

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Brand GlaxoSmithKline
Strength 62.5mg/25mg
EAN 5010706006485
Tablet cost (based on best deal)  £1.15

 

 

Dosage for Children:

Malarone Peadiatric tablets should be started 2 days before traveling and for 7 days upon returning. The usual dose to prevent malaria will depend on your child’s weight.

  • 11-20 kg - 1 tablet once a day
  • 21-30 kg - 2 tablets once a day (as a single dose)
  • 31-40 kg - 3 tablets once a day (as a single dose)

 

 Length of Trip Childs Weight
  31 - 40kg 21 - 30kg 11 - 20kg
1 Week 48 Tablets 32 Tablets 16 Tablets
2 Weeks 69 Tablets 46 Tablets 23 Tablets
3 Weeks 90 Tablets 60 Tablets 30 Tablets
4 Weeks 111 Tablets 74 Tablets 37 Tablets
6 Weeks 153 Tablets 102Tablets 51 Tablets
8 Weeks 195 Tablets 130 Tablets 65 Tablets
12 Weeks 279 Tablets 158 Tablets 79 Tablets

 

Warnings:
Please note this product is not suitable for children or for adults weighing less than 40 kg. Lariam (Mefloquine) may also not be suitable if any of the following apply:

  • If you are allergic to lariam or any of its ingredients (see below)
  • If you suffer from liver problems
  • If you are pregnant or breast feeding 
  • If you suffer from depression or other mental illnesses

 

Side Effects:

In some instances Malarone can have side effects. If you notice any of the following reactions whilst taking Malarone you should consult a doctor.

  • Dizziness
  • Sleeping problems (insomnia)
  • Depression
  • Loss of appetite
  • Fever
  • Rash which may be itchy
  • Cough

Severe Reactions are uncommon however if you notice any of the following reactions whilst taking Malarone you should stop your treatment and contact a doctor immediately:

  • Allergic reaction including rash and itching, tightness of the chest or throat, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face, eyes, lips or tongue.
  • Severe skin reactions including rash and severe blistering.

Some medicines can affect the effectiveness of Malarone. If you are currently taking any of the medicines listed below you should consult your doctor.

  • Metoclopramide, used to treat nausea and vomiting
  • Tetracycline, Rifampicin and Rifabutin (Antibiotics)
  • Efavirenz or certain highly active protease-inhibitors used to treat HIV
  • Warfarin and other medicines that stop blood clotting
  • Etoposide used to treat cancer.

 

Ingredients:

Active ingredients: Atovaquone, Proguanil hydrochloride

Other ingredients: Poloxamer 188, microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, povidone K30, sodium starch glycollate (Type A), magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E171), iron oxide red (E172), macrogol 400 and polyethylene glycol 8000.

 

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Prescription Orders:

Nationwide Pharmacies online doctor service offers a fast and convenient way to order your prescription medication. Once you have selected the treatment that you require simply follow the steps below:

Add to basket and proceed to checkout
Answer the medical questionnaire
Our doctor will assess your questionnaire within 24 hours
Once your prescription has been approved it will be despatched from our pharmacy


Delivery:

All orders are dispatched by Royal Mail 1st Class Signed For delivery. The vast majority of orders are delivered next day however you should allow for up to 48 hours for delivery. In the case of high value orders we will from time to time use tracked courier services.

Next Day Delivery

Guaranteed next working day delivery is subject to a delivery charge of £7.50. Orders are despatched by Royal Mail Special Delivery Next Day. Next Day delivery orders need to be placed before 1PM (Mon-Fri). Your order will arrive before 1PM the next working day.

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