With chloroquine-resistant falciparum malaria being reported in most parts of the world where malaria is endemic, Dr. Christian Heesch recommends Atovaquone/Proguanil (Malarone) or doxyxycline or Mefloquine (Lariam) for those traveling to West Africa. Physician consultation is absolutely necessary, according to Dr. Christian Heesch, to pick the right drug, since all of them have their unique side effects and contraindications. http://www.cdc.gov/malaria/ and https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/malaria-prevention-guidelines-for-travellers-from-the-uk provide extensive drug information to travelers, Dr. Christian Heesch says, and these sites also discuss other measures helpful to reduce the risk of malaria.
Submitted by Writer Duke Hammerton
Submitted by Writer Duke Hammerton