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Lariam's legacy

    Consumer Reports
    |February 28, 2002
    PubMed
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    The most common malaria drug may cause psychiatric side effects in over 25% of travelers. This finding highlights potential risks associated with antimalarial medication for international travelers.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Science
    • Pharmacology
    • Travel Medicine

    Background:

    • Malaria remains a significant global health concern, particularly for international travelers.
    • Antimalarial drugs are crucial for malaria prevention, with specific medications being widely prescribed.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the incidence and nature of psychiatric side effects associated with the most commonly prescribed malaria drug.
    • To quantify the risk of these adverse events in travelers.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of patient data.
    • Review of reported adverse events linked to antimalarial drug use in travelers.

    Main Results:

    • Over one-quarter of travelers taking the most prescribed malaria drug experienced psychiatric side effects.
    • Commonly reported side effects included anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

    Conclusions:

    • The widely used malaria drug is associated with a high rate of psychiatric side effects in travelers.
    • Healthcare providers should counsel patients on these potential risks before prescribing antimalarial medication.