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Malanil Adult Antimalarial Tablets (Atovaquone & Proguanil) - 1 Pack of 12 Tablets
Plasmodium falciparum malaria remains a high-risk tropical disease across East Africa, causing severe rigors, high fevers, and dangerous systemic complications if not treated promptly. Malanil Adult Tablets deliver a gold-standard antimalarial treatment. Combining Atovaquone and Proguanil Hydrochloride, this dual-action prescription therapy halts parasite electron transport and pyrimidine synthesis, effectively clearing malaria parasites from the blood and preventing disease progression.
How to Use / Operate
For malaria treatment: Take 4 tablets once daily as a single dose for 3 consecutive days (total 12 tablets). For malaria prevention during travel: Take 1 tablet daily starting 1-2 days before entering an endemic area, daily while there, and for 7 days after leaving. Always take with food or a milky drink to maximize absorption.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Malanil Tablets used for?
They are a prescription antimalarial medication used for both preventing and treating acute, uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria.
Why must I take them with food?
Taking Malanil with fat-containing food or milk increases Atovaquone absorption by up to 5 times, ensuring the drug reaches therapeutic blood levels.
Important Clinical Considerations
If vomiting occurs within 1 hour of taking a dose, take a replacement dose immediately. Contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance < 30 mL/min). Complete the full 3-day treatment course for acute infections.
| Key Detail |
Value / Specification |
| Active Ingredients |
Atovaquone 250mg, Proguanil Hydrochloride 100mg |
| Therapeutic Class |
Combination Antimalarial Therapy |
| Packaging |
1 Pack of 12 Film-Coated Tablets |
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