Tablet

Glaxo Smithkline

Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) is used to prevent or treat mild cases of malaria. It should not be used to treat severe malaria.

Do not give Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) if you or your child are allergic to any ingredient in Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil)

Before using Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding if you or your child are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you or your child have any other medical condition if you or your child have kidney function problems

Absorption of Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) may be reduced in patients with severe diarrhea, or gastrointestinal disorders, alternative therapy should be considered in such patients.

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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated, your age, and weight. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. When using for malaria prevention, start taking Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) 1 to 2 days before going to a malaria-infested area and continue to take daily during the stay and for 7 days after return. Take Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) at the same time each day with food or a milky drink. Take another dose of Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) if vomiting occurs within 1 hour after taking a dose. Talk with your doctor about persistent diarrhea or vomiting. Talk with your doctor about alternative treatments for prevention of malaria if Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) is stopped for any reason. Wear protective clothing and use insect repellents and bednets to lessen the possibility of getting malaria. Pregnant women who are infected with malaria are more likely to suffer serious complications. The risks and benefits should be discussed with a health care provider. Seek immediate medical attention if fever occurs during or after your return from a malaria-infested area. Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) may cause dizziness. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. Do not stop taking Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Store Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil) at 77 degrees F.