Malaria Prophylaxis Flashcards
1
Q
Which drugs are OTC?
A
Chloroquine
Proguanil
2
Q
Malaria lifestyle advice
A
- any flu-like symptoms occurring within 3 months to a year of travel should be reported to the GP
- insect repellents
- plug-in devices
- mosquito nets impregnated with insectides
- long, loose fitting trousers and long sleeves and socks - especially between dawn and dusk - pay particular attention to the ankles
- make sure windows and doors have screens and are closed at night. Air conditioning if preferable.
3
Q
Insect repellent advice
A
- DEET 50% recommended as the higher the concentration, the longer it lasts for. Reapply every 3-4 hours. Can be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding and in children under 2 months.
- apply AFTER using suncream
