Antimalarials in Southampton
Get expert malaria prevention advice and antimalarial medication near you at Jetset Health, Southampton's trusted travel clinic. Our clinicians will recommend the best antimalarial treatment for your destination.
Our Southampton Location
Conveniently located at Bitterne Surgery, 62 West End Road - Easy parking and public transport access
Address
62 West End Road
Southampton, SO18 6TG
Appointments
Sunday clinic visits
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Flexible appointments including weekends
Where is Malaria Found?
Malaria is present in many tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. You may need antimalarials if travelling to:
Malaria risk areas worldwide - Risk varies by region, altitude, and season
Sub-Saharan Africa (highest risk region)
South and Southeast Asia
Central and South America
Parts of the Middle East
Oceania and the Pacific Islands
Rural and remote tropical areas
Important: Malaria risk varies by region, altitude, season, and specific areas within countries. Use our free travel planner to get a personalised malaria risk assessment for your destination.
Antimalarial Medication Southampton
Jetset Health Clinic
Jetset Health provides comprehensive malaria prevention services in Southampton. Our experienced travel health clinicians will assess your specific travel plans and recommend the most suitable antimalarial medication for your journey. Antimalarials are typically taken as daily or weekly tablets, depending on the type prescribed.
Typical Antimalarial Dosing:
- Before travel: Start 1-2 days to 2-3 weeks before departure (depending on medication)
- During travel: Continue taking daily or weekly throughout your trip
- After return: Continue for 1-4 weeks after leaving malaria areas
Malaria is a serious and potentially fatal disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes in tropical and subtropical regions. Taking antimalarial medication as prescribed, combined with bite prevention measures, is essential for protecting your health when travelling to malaria-endemic areas.
The ABCD Approach to Malaria Prevention
At Jetset Health, we follow the internationally recognised ABCD framework for comprehensive malaria protection.
Awareness of Risk
Understanding which destinations carry malaria risk and the level of risk in specific regions you'll be visiting. Our clinicians provide detailed, destination-specific risk assessments.
Bite Prevention
Protecting yourself from mosquito bites using repellents, protective clothing, and mosquito nets. Prevention is your first line of defence against malaria.
Chemoprophylaxis
Taking antimalarial medication such as atovaquone/proguanil before, during, and after your trip to prevent malaria infection. We'll recommend the best option for your itinerary.
Diagnosis & Treatment
Seeking immediate medical attention if you develop fever or flu-like symptoms during or after travel to a malaria area. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical.
All four elements work together. Our expert clinicians will ensure you have a comprehensive malaria prevention plan tailored to your specific travel needs.
Complete Malaria Protection
Antimalarials are just one part of malaria prevention. Our expert clinicians at Jetset Health will provide comprehensive advice on protecting yourself.
Insect Repellent
Use repellent containing DEET on exposed skin
Protective Clothing
Wear long sleeves and trousers, especially at dawn and dusk
Mosquito Nets
Sleep under insecticide-treated bed nets in endemic areas
Screened Accommodation
Stay in air-conditioned or well-screened rooms when possible
Our clinicians will provide personalised advice on the most effective combination of antimalarial medication and bite prevention measures for your specific destination and travel style.
Protect Yourself from Malaria
Get expert malaria prevention advice and antimalarial medication at Jetset Health, Southampton's trusted travel clinic near you.