I forgot to take a malaria medication when I returned from a trip. Do I need to go to the doctor?
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23-year-old woman · 7 years ago
Hello, I went on a trip to Guatemala from June 13 to June 23, 2017. Since I was going to an area where there was malaria, I took medicine against it. I took two a week before I left and then two the following Monday but when I got back I forgot to take more last Monday...I had to take two more after my trip. Should I consult or just take my last medication the next two weeks, Monday July 3 and July 10. Thanks in advance.
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
Good morning, Madam,
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
The use of this type of medication is to protect against the onset of malaria. If you miss a dose, your protection will definitely be affected. However, I do not recommend going to the doctor right away. It would be better to continue taking your next dose as scheduled.
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
In order to recommend what to do next, I would like to know the name of the medication in question.
23-year-old woman · 7 years ago
This is Teva Chloroquine
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
Okay, thank you. In this case, take the last two doses, then return the last unused tablet to the pharmacy for destruction. During the
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
... 3 months, watch for flu-like symptoms (fever, body aches) and seek medical attention immediately. There is nothing else you need to do at this time.
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
We look forward to seeing you,
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist
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