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Quinine in mild infection of chlor. res. P. falciparum

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Seek expert advice.

Oral therapy is generally sufficient.

  • quinine salt: 600 mg tds for one week
  • areas of quinidine resistance: followed by treatment with either Fansidar or (if Fansidar-resistant) doxycycline

Note tetracycline should not be given to children under 12 years old or to pregnant mothers.

The summary of product characteristics should be consulted before prescribing the drugs prescribed.

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