Malarone - Atovaquone/proguanil - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Malarone.
• Malarone
• at-OH-vuh-kwohn/PRO-gwuh-nill

Read Before Using Malarone (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, or diarrhea may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include stomach pain, rash, hair loss, or scaly skin on the palms of the hands and bottom of the feet.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Medicinal Applications

• Atovaquone/proguanil is a combination drug used to treat or prevent malaria.

Malarone Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2 and 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth usually once daily with food or a milky drink; or take as directed by your doctor.
• Your dosage and how long you will take this medication will depend on the reason for its use (prevention or active infection).
• Dosage for children is based on the child's weight and the reason for its use (prevention or active infection).
• If you vomit within 1 hour of taking this medication, repeat the dose.

Malarone Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.
• Use protective clothing, insect repellents, and bed nets if traveling to an area at risk for malaria.