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Originally posted by TangoSierra View Post
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Did a bit of digging.
Of all the countries the DF is/has deployed to, the CDC recommends (each of the 3 can be used in every AO):
Mefloquine (Lariam)
Doxycycline
Atovaquane & Proguanil (Malarone)
We know the side effects of Lariam - we want to stop using it
Malarone can't be prescribed for longer than 28 days - so that is out
That leaves Doxycycline.
Doxycycline means no diary, it must be taken while sitting/standing and you can't lie down for 15-30 mins after taking. It can cause stomach upsets and sun sensitivity.
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Originally posted by na grohmití View PostWhich means it cannot be used in areas where strong sunlight is the norm, such as any desert operation...
As malaria areas, where there are PSOs, are normally hot sunny places
In less of course, the HPRA takes a look at the long term use of Malarone (as others have)Last edited by DeV; 10 September 2015, 20:20.
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Have done some research on dosage and cost (what the HSE will pay a pharmacy so obviously the DF could get it cheaper but it will give an idea.
Lariam - weekly dose for 3 weeks prior, for 26 weeks in area and 4 weeks after - total cost € 71.86
Doxycycline - daily dose for 2 days prior, for 182 days in area and 4 weeks after - total cost € 52.74
Malarone - daily dose for 2 days prior, for 182 days in area and 1 week after - total cost €502.33
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