Anti Malaria Medication & Tablets

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Serving: Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Mansfield, Sheffield and the wider Midlands area

Malaria – What You Need to Know:

Malaria is a protozoan infection of red blood cells, transmitted by mosquitoes that carry the infection in their saliva. The infection can cause:

fever,
headache
and in severe cases, coma or death.

The risk of contracting malaria in affected areas is significant. Approximately 1,500 travellers return to the UK with Malaria every year. Travellers can minimise the risk of mosquito bites with use of insect repellents and mosquito nets at night when travelling to endemic.

Many cases of infection can be prevented by the ABCD approach:

Awareness of risk – Know your risk of Malaria.
Bite prevention – Avoid bites as much as possible.
Chemoprophylaxis – Take the right antimalarial tablets.
Diagnosis – Get immediate medical help for symptoms.

At present, there are 5 prophylaxis regimes available, which are required due to drug resistance in different regions. A range of antimalarial tablets will be prescribed to travellers based on several factors, including destination, medical history, family history, current medications, previous problems with antimalarial tablets, age, and pregnancy status.

Discuss your requirements with the doctor to ensure you get safe and effective protection from this potentially fatal disease.

Where are the risk areas of Malaria?

Areas of risk include tropical and sub-tropical:

South America
Sub-Saharan Africa
Asia

Anti-malarials are given to travellers who will be entering areas of high risk. To see if the area you are travelling to is a risk area, you can visit this helpful website.

Patient information leaflet on: Adult and Paediatric (for those who weigh less than 40kg) malarial tablets.

Consultation and Booking

It’s essential to consult with a travel health professional before your journey. At Park Private Clinic, our travel health specialists can:

Assess your specific health needs based on your detailed itinerary
Review your medical history and current medications
Provide personalised vaccination recommendations
Prescribe appropriate antimalarials and other medications
Offer comprehensive pre-travel advice
Provide destination-specific health information

Book your pre-travel consultation at least 6-8 weeks before departure for optimal protection.

Find out more on our Nottingham Travel Clinic page.

View our price list for vaccines and medicines here.

If attending an appointment at the clinic, please download and complete the travel vaccinations form by clicking the button below.

Resources for Further Information

National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC): www.travelhealthpro.org.uk
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice
World Health Organisation: www.who.int/travel-advice
Air Quality Index for Indian cities: Central Pollution Control Board

This information was last updated in June 2025. Please note that travel health requirements and recommendations are subject to change. Always consult with a healthcare provider for the most current advice before travelling.

Expert Travel Health Guides: Essential Preparation for Global Adventures

Our specialist travel team has developed destination-specific health guides to ensure your international travel experiences are safeguarded. These comprehensive resources go far beyond basic vaccination advice to provide:

Destination-specific vaccination recommendations with timing guidelines and regional requirements
Region-by-region health risk assessments identifying location-specific concerns most travellers miss
Practical illness prevention strategies tailored to each destination’s unique challenges
Advice on accessing quality healthcare abroad
Pre-departure preparation checklists ensuring nothing is overlooked before your journey

Whether navigating the urban centres of India, exploring remote African wilderness, or island-hopping across Southeast Asia, our guides provide the precise health information needed for your specific itinerary. We regularly update these resources with the latest travel health advisories and emerging disease information to ensure you travel with confidence.

Protect your travel investment and enjoy peace of mind by consulting these essential guides before your next international adventure.

View our India Travel Health Guide

View our South America Travel Health Guide

View our Africa Travel Health Guide

View our Southeast Asia Travel Health Guide