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Proguanil
How Proguanil works
Proguanil is a weak base that reaches high concentration within the malarial parasite and causes accumulation of toxic heme pigment, which kills it.
Side Effects
Nausea, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Gastric intolerance, Headache, Indigestion, Loss of appetite, Mouth ulcer, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Vomiting, Constipation, Diarrhoea
Usage
Proguanil is used in the treatment of malaria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is atovaquone Proguanil the same as malarone?Atovaquone Proguanil is the same as malarone
Q. Is atovaquone-Proguanil an antibiotic?Atovaquone-Proguanil is not an antibiotic
Q. What is Proguanil and atovaquone?The drug combination atovaquone/ Proguanil is an antimalarial medication used in both the treatment and prevention of malaria.
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