Buy Doxycycline online for malaria prevention UK

Doxycycline 100 mg is mainly used to prevent malaria in travelers visiting malaria-prone areas. It works by stopping the malaria parasite from growing in your blood cells, preventing malaria.

How it works 

You get infected with malaria through a mosquito bite. The mosquito releases the malaria parasite into your bloodstream.

Doxycycline has an active ingredient known as doxycycline hyclate.The active ingredient works by preventing the growth of the parasite by killing it.

How effective is Doxycycline for malaria?

Doxycycline is highly effective at preventing malaria, similar to Lariam or Malarone anti malaria tablets, although no antimalarial is 100% effective.  However, when used as directed, doxycycline offers 90-100% malaria protection. Besides taking malaria tablets, reducing the risk of malaria also involves avoiding mosquito bites.

Alternative treatments 

There are other treatments that you can use in place of doxycycline. Different anti-malaria treatments are recommended for various parts of the world.

It's important to know about other alternative treatments that can work in place of Doxycycline These alternative treatments include:

✅ Atovaquone with Proguanil

Atovaquone with Proguanil, is a dual-action antimalarial treatment used to treat and prevent malaria. Atovaquone works by interfering with the mitochondria of the malaria parasite while proguanil stops the parasite from reproducing its DNA.

• Atovaquone with Proguanil

✅ Malarone - Anti-Malaria Tablets

Malarone - Anti Malaria Tablets are used to treat and prevent malaria. It contains two active ingredients that work by destroying the parasite infection before causing malaria.

In malaria zones where Doxycycline is not effective, Malarone is preferred. Malarone dosage is available for adults and kids.

• Malarone - Anti Malaria Tablet

✅ Other alternatives to consider as malaria treatments include: Using insect repellent, sleeping under a treated mosquito net, and wearing long-sleeved sweaters and trousers while walking in the malaria zone.

Doxycycline and pregnancy 

If you are planning to get pregnant or you are already pregnant you should consult your healthcare provider before taking doxycycline.

Doxycycline and breastfeeding 

Breastfeeding women should avoid taking Doxycycline treatments before consulting the pharmacists.

Doxycycline and food/drinks.

You can take Doxycycline with food. Always avoid taking alcohol when under treatment, alcohol reduces the effectiveness of doxycycline.

Safety: Other medications and Doxycycline 100 mg

If you are taking other medications it is important to inform your pharmacist before taking Doxycycline malaria tablet. Some of the medicines you should not take with doxycycline include:

Antacids: Antacids contain calcium and magnesium that reduce the absorption of Doxycycline antimalarial treatment.

Methotrexate: Methotrexate medicine is used to treat conditions such as psoriasis and cancer.

Penicillin antibiotics: Examples of penicillin antibiotics include Quinapril and Rifampicin.

Oral contraceptives: Doxycycline reduces the effectiveness of oral contraceptives. While taking doxycycline, use other contraceptive measures to stay safe and 7 days after finishing your dose.

Retinoids: Retinoids are treatments used to treat different skin conditions.

Barbiturates: Barbiturates are types of strong sleeping tablets.

Methoxyflurane: Methoxyflurane is an anesthetic treatment. Before having an operation always inform your doctor if you are taking doxycycline.

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Sources

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.13082.pdf

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Dosage

Doxycycline dosage for malaria

Doxycycline should be taken as prescribed by the healthcare provider. Adults and children over 12 years should take one 100mg capsule per day.

If you are planning to travel to malaria-infected zones, you should begin your course 2 days before your traveling day.

You should also take the medication while in the malaria zone and for 4 consecutive weeks after you leave. To get the full effectiveness of the treatment, ensure that you complete the entire course.

It's okay to take Doxycycline with food. To avoid acid reflux always ensure to take the medicine either while standing or sitting.

Warnings

Warnings

Avoid taking doxycycline with foods or supplements rich in magnesium, iron, and calcium. This food reduces the effectiveness of doxycycline. Examples of foods that you should avoid include dairy products such as milk.

• Doxycycline should be taken in combination with measures that prevent mosquito bites for it to be 100% effective.
• When taking doxycycline always wear a protective sunscreen to protect your skin from direct sunlight.

Always see a doctor when you experience malaria symptoms during your trip or after a year. Before traveling, be sure to consult your healthcare provider for the right vaccinations.

Side effects of Doxycycline

Common sideeffects affect 1 in 1o people. Below are some of the common side effects of Doxycycline.

• Worse systemic lupus erythematous 
• Feeling sick
• Inflammation that affects the heart 
• Uncommon side effects 

Uncommon side effects affect 1 in 100 people. Examples of uncommon side effects include:

• Vaginal infection 
• Heartburn

Rare side effects affect 1 in 1000 people. Examples of uncommon side effects include:

• Stomach pain 
• Urea in the blood
• Flushing
• Anxiety
• Pain in the mouth
• Swelling of the bowel
• Itchiness of the genital areas
• Loose nails
• Abnormal functioning of the liver 

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