Malaria – Mefloquine
Who Can Use the Service
Adults and children who require malaria prevention or treatment as prescribed by a doctor.
Travelers visiting malaria-risk regions may use this service with a valid prescription.
It is not suitable for people with certain mental health conditions or seizure disorders unless approved by a healthcare professional.
What the Service Includes
Dispensing of Mefloquine with clear dosage and timing instructions.
Guidance on when to start and stop the medication for travel prophylaxis.
Information about possible side effects, safety precautions, and what to do if a dose is missed.
Why People Choose This Service From a Pharmacy
Quick and convenient access to prescribed malaria medication.
Professional counselling from a pharmacist without long waiting times.
Reliable supply, affordability, and easy support for travel health needs.
The Pharmacy First service builds on the NHS Community Pharmacist Consultation Service which has run since October 2019. The consultation service enables patients to be referred into community pharmacy for a minor illness or an urgent repeat medicine supply.