Active discussions

Please or to access all these features

Talk
General health

Mumsnet doesn't verify the qualifications of users. If you have medical concerns, please consult a healthcare professional.

Original poster

what time of day is best to take Malarone?

7 replies

mears · 21/09/2006 10:25

I am off to Malawi in a couple of days - what is the best time of day to take malarone incase of side effects? I thought teatime - 6pm ish. Anyone got experience?

OP posts:
Joolstoo · 21/09/2006 10:26

Malawi? - going for any special reason mears?

Original poster
mears · 21/09/2006 10:29

Going with a group to teach skills for dealing with emergencies in childbirth. Will be away 2 weeks - am pretty nervous. Haven't even packed yet!

OP posts:
Original poster
mears · 21/09/2006 10:30

Off out to buy last minute stuff - will check in later

OP posts:
iris66 · 21/09/2006 10:35

What a worthwhile and lovely thing to do! DD went to Vietnam earlier in the year & was advised to take malarone in the evening after dinner. HTH & that you have a fab time!

Joolstoo · 21/09/2006 10:36

oh thats wonderful. Hope you enjoy it - it sounds like its going to be a great experience. I think I would be nervous too, but I'm sure you'll be fine.

suedonim · 21/09/2006 15:33

We're on malarone long term, Mears. We start taking it a day before coming out to Nigeria and for one week after we leave. We take it in the evening after dinner. It's best taken at a regular time, so you don't give the mosquitoes a window of opportunity (bit like the mini-pill) and with food or a drink of milk, as fat helps absorption.

Sounds like a fantastic trip, good luck!

Original poster
mears · 21/09/2006 15:44

Thanks - tea time it is then

OP posts:
New posts on this thread. Refresh page
Swipe left for the next trending thread