Malarone Paediatric Tablets are a prescription-only antimalarial medicine used to protect children aged 11kg to 40kg against malaria, specifically Plasmodium falciparum infection. Malaria is a serious mosquito-borne disease common in many tropical and subtropical countries.<\/p>\n
Malarone Paediatric is particularly effective for short-term travel to regions with a high risk of drug-resistant malaria. The tablets combine two active ingredients\u2014atovaquone and proguanil hydrochloride\u2014which work together to stop the parasite’s lifecycle in the body.<\/p>\n
The active ingredients disrupt essential biological functions in the malaria parasite:<\/p>\n
Atovaquone interferes with mitochondrial function within the parasite<\/p>\n
Proguanil inhibits folic acid synthesis needed for parasite DNA replication<\/p>\n
This dual action provides highly effective protection against malaria and prevents the development of resistance when taken as directed.<\/p>\n
These tablets are widely recommended by NHS travel clinics and GPs for paediatric malaria prophylaxis. They offer dependable protection and a short post-travel dosing period compared to older alternatives.<\/p>\n
Benefits include:<\/p>\n
Trusted paediatric malaria prevention<\/p>\n
Child-friendly dosage based on body weight<\/p>\n
Once-daily administration<\/p>\n
Short 7-day post-travel treatment<\/p>\n
Effective in regions with chloroquine resistance<\/p>\n
Malarone Paediatric is also more palatable and easier to crush or mix into food, making it convenient for younger children.<\/p>\n
Begin taking Malarone Paediatric 1\u20132 days before entering a malaria area. Continue throughout the stay and for 7 days after leaving. Ensure all doses are taken consistently each day. If vomiting occurs within 1 hour of dosing, repeat the dose.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Malarone Paediatric Tablets are POM antimalarial medicines designed for children aged 11kg\u201340kg.
Contain atovaquone and proguanil for reliable daily malaria prevention.
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