Can tafenoquine (arakodatm) prevent malaria?
Can tafenoquine (arakodatm) prevent malaria?
In July 2018, tafenoquine (ArakodaTM) was approved by the FDA for prevention of malaria. When available in the US, tafenoquine will be another option for prevention of malaria in adults with normal G6PD status in all areas where chemoprophylaxis is recommended.
Is there malaria in Chiapas?
Present in Chiapas and southern part of Chihuahua. Rare cases in Campeche, Durango, Jalisco, Nayarit, Quintana Roo, San Luis Potosi, Sinaloa, Sonora, and Tabasco. No malaria along the United States-Mexico border.
How do I decide which malaria drug to use?
When deciding which drug to use, consider specific itinerary, length of trip, cost of drug, previous adverse reactions to antimalarials, drug allergies, and current medical history. All travelers should seek medical attention in the event of fever during or after return from travel to areas with malaria.
Is there malaria in the US border with Mexico?
No malaria along the United States-Mexico border. States of Chiapas and southern part of Chihuahua: Atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine, 6 or tafenoquine 6. States of Campeche, Durango, Jalisco, Nayarit, Quintana Roo, San Luis Potosi, Sinaloa, Sonora, and Tabasco: Mosquito avoidance only.
