There are four common strains of malaria parasites, with some strains more prevalent in some areas than others. When considering these malaria tablets as a malaria prevention treatment before travelling, you should check which strain is the most common in the area first. 

Malarone is suitable for preventing the P. falciparum parasite and has not been shown to be as effective for other malaria-associated parasites.

There are multiple malaria prevention treatments available based on different strains. To find out which strain may be most common in your intended travel area, please visit the Government Fit For Travel website for the most up-to-date travel information.

As Malarone is taken once daily for the duration of your trip, our online doctor will assess how much Malarone you need to ensure you are protected throughout your travels. It would be best if you took Malarone for the full length of time prescribed by your doctor. 

As well, you should consider that Malarone is taken 1-2 days before travelling, and 7 days after travelling. For help with your Malarone prescription, start a consultation with our online doctor.

The course of Malarone should begin 1 to 2 days prior to travelling to an area where malaria is more common. Once arrived, take Malarone for the duration of your stay, with one tablet taken once daily with food to effectively prevent malaria. 

You should continue to take Malarone for a minimum of 7 days after you leave the area in order to destroy any parasites present from an infected bite.

If you miss a Malarone dose, take a tablet as soon as possible. Do not take more than one dose a day, so skip the missed dose if it is close to the time of your next dose, and continue your regular schedule of one tablet daily.

In cases of vomiting within one hour of taking Malarone, you will need to repeat your dose in order to replace the lost medication. This will ensure you are adequately protected against malaria. Once you have repeated the dosage, continue to follow the course of Malarone as normal.

It is safe to consume alcohol whilst taking Malarone. However, the possible side effects of dizziness may become worse in combination with alcohol. As alcohol can also increase the chances of vomiting, ensure that you are adequately protected with a repeated dose if vomiting occurs within one hour of the Malarone dosage. 

You should stop drinking alcohol if vomiting or dizziness occurs.

Malarone has been known to cause feelings of dizziness, which can make you feel tired. In cases where tiredness occurs after taking Malarone, it is recommended that you get some rest to avoid tiring yourself out or making side effects worse.

For a full list of possible side effects, read the Malarone patient information leaflet.