What is the most effective antimalarial drug?

Intravenous quinine, usually formulated as a dihydrochloride salt, is currently the most widely used agent in the treatment of severe falciparum malaria.

Which drug is fastest acting drug against malaria?

Artesunate has been found to be the fastest-acting drug against blood forms of the malarial parasite, and so the IV form is especially valuable in the management of severe and complicated malaria.

What is the latest treatment for malaria?

The best available treatment, particularly for P. falciparum malaria, is artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT).

WHO recommended antimalarial drugs?

Artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs) are the recommended treatments for uncomplicated falciparum malaria. The following ACTs are recommended: – Artemether + lumefantrine; artesunate + amodiaquine; artesunate + mefloquine; artesunate + sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine, and dihydroartemisinin + piperaquine .

Which is the best medicine to take for malaria?

Reasons that might make you avoid using this drug. Atovaquone/Proguanil (Malarone) Good for last-minute travelers because the drug is started 1-2 days before traveling to an area where malaria transmission occurs. Some people prefer to take a daily medicine.

Are there any antimalarial drugs that are 100% protective?

No antimalarial drug is 100% protective and must be combined with the use of personal protective measures, (i.e., insect repellent, long sleeves, long pants, sleeping in a mosquito-free setting or using an insecticide-treated bednet).

Where is malaria most likely to be found in India?

Malaria is transmitted by the night-time – dusk to dawn – biting female Anopheles mosquito. Note: Risk is present throughout India, including Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Varanasi, and Goa. Travellers must take a full course of malaria suppressive medication (see below).

How often to take malaria tablets in Bangladesh?

Take with large amounts of water to prevent esophageal and stomach irritation. Brand names: Lariam, Mephaquin, Mefliam and others; generics available. TAKE 1 TABLET OF 250 mg (228 mg base) ONCE A WEEK. START 1-2 WEEKS BEFORE ENTERING THE MALARIOUS AREA, CONTINUE WEEKLY DURING YOUR STAY AND CONTINUE FOR 4 WEEKS AFTER LEAVING.