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21 Apr 2006
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Malaria tabs and pregnancy
Hi
I just want to know if I can take malaria tablets if I am pregnant. We are trying to get pregnant and are planning a trip to Kenya in Dec. So might need to start taking malaria tablets soon????Just need all the info.
Thanks
J
I just want to know if I can take malaria tablets if I am pregnant. We are trying to get pregnant and are planning a trip to Kenya in Dec. So might need to start taking malaria tablets soon????Just need all the info.
Thanks
J
GynaeDoc
It is best to avoid malaria areas when pregnant. While some malaria tablets can be used in prgnancy, their safety is not guaranteed.
Best wishes
Best wishes
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