Malarone

Pneumonia, Pneumocystis, Genus Pneumocystis, prophylaxis of Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia + 8 more

Treatment

4 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Malarone

What is Malarone

Atovaquone

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Atovaquone is an anti-malarial medication that works by targeting a specific type of bacteria and preventing the growth of the malaria-causing parasite. It is a type of hydroxynaphthoquinone, a chemical that is similar to ubiquinone, and is used in antimalarial treatments.

Mepron

is the brand name

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Malarone Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Mepron

Atovaquone

1995

52

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Atovaquone, otherwise called Mepron, is approved by the FDA for 4 uses which include acute, uncomplicated Malaria caused by plasmodium falciparum and Malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum .

acute, uncomplicated Malaria caused by plasmodium falciparum

Used to treat acute, uncomplicated Malaria caused by plasmodium falciparum in combination with Proguanil

Malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum

Used to treat Malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum in combination with Proguanil

Malaria

Used to treat acute, uncomplicated Malaria caused by plasmodium falciparum in combination with Proguanil

Malaria

Used to treat Malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum in combination with Proguanil

Effectiveness

How Malarone Affects Patients

Atovaquone is a fat-soluble drug that is similar in structure to ubiquinone. It works by targeting certain processes in parasites, such as energy production and the creation of a certain type of molecule. Atovaquone has been found to target a specific part of the energy making process in the parasite Plasmodia. Unlike many drugs, atovaquone does not cause bone marrow suppression, making it a good choice for those who have had a bone marrow transplant.

How Malarone works in the body

We don't know exactly how atovaquone works to fight Pneumocystis carinii, but it appears to target enzymes involved in energy production in cells. This inhibition stops the cells from being able to make nucleic acid and ATP, which causes them to die. Atovaquone is also effective against Toxoplasma gondii when tested in a lab.

When to interrupt dosage

The recommended dosage of Malarone is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, such as prophylaxis of Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia, Genus Pneumocystis and Toxoplasmosis. The amount of dosage can be found in the table below, contingent upon the method of administration, including Tablet - Oral or Tablet, film coated - Oral.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Malaria

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Malaria

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Genus Pneumocystis

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Babesiosis

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Pneumonia, Pneumocystis

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Toxoplasmosis

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Toxoplasmosis

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Pneumonia, Pneumocystis

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

prophylaxis of Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Babesiosis

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

HIV

62.5 mg, 250.0 mg, , 750.0 mg/mL, 150.0 mg/mL

, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension

Warnings

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Malarone.

Common Malarone Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Acenocoumarol

Major

The metabolism of Acenocoumarol can be decreased when combined with Atovaquone.

Acepromazine

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Atovaquone is combined with Acepromazine.

Aceprometazine

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Atovaquone is combined with Aceprometazine.

Acetophenazine

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Atovaquone is combined with Acetophenazine.

Alimemazine

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Atovaquone is combined with Alimemazine.

Malarone Toxicity & Overdose Risk

The most toxic dose of atovaquone is higher than the highest dose tested in mice and rats (1825 mg/kg/day). In some cases, people have overdosed on up to 31,500 mg of atovaquone. One patient who overdosed also reported methemoglobinemia, a condition where too much of the oxygen-carrying pigment in the blood is converted to a different form. Skin rash is also a common symptom of atovaquone overdose.

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Malarone Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Malarone?

Currently, 124 active clinical trials are evaluating the potential of Malarone in providing relief to those suffering from Malaria, Babesiosis and HIV.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

HIV

155 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Early Phase 1

Malaria

0 Actively Recruiting

Genus Pneumocystis

0 Actively Recruiting

Toxoplasmosis

0 Actively Recruiting

Pneumonia, Pneumocystis

0 Actively Recruiting

Pneumonia, Pneumocystis

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3

Malaria

0 Actively Recruiting

Babesiosis

0 Actively Recruiting

Babesiosis

0 Actively Recruiting

Toxoplasmosis

0 Actively Recruiting

prophylaxis of Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia

0 Actively Recruiting

Malarone Reviews: What are patients saying about Malarone?

5

Patient Review

5/18/2020

Malarone for Prevention of Falciparum Malaria

I took this drug for many trips to Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands. The trips varied from one week up to four weeks. I never experienced any side effects and took this drug for a total of around 6 months over a 3 year period. [I tried an alternative anti-malarial when I ran out of Malarone on one trip - hydroxycloroquine - and had continuous stomach upsets and diarrhoea.]

3.7

Patient Review

10/23/2013

Malarone for Prevention of Falciparum Malaria

I experienced weight gain and disorientation after taking this medication, as well as some pretty intense nightmares.

3.3

Patient Review

8/9/2015

Malarone for Prevention of Falciparum Malaria

After just two days of taking this medication, my stool turned green. I'm not sure what that indicates, but it wasn't pleasant.

2.3

Patient Review

7/24/2013

Malarone for Prevention of Falciparum Malaria

I took the drug for 16 days before I went to Africa. I don't think it had any effect; I got mosquito bites regardless. Additionally, both of my legs now have weird rashes on them that don't itch, so I'm stopping the medication early.

2.3

Patient Review

2/6/2015

Malarone for Prevention of Falciparum Malaria

My experience with this medication was fine, but my boyfriend had a very different reaction. He started feeling faint and lightheaded, and his vision kept going in and out. This went on for about an hour before he finally fell asleep. Needless to say, he won't be taking this again.

2.3

Patient Review

6/18/2015

Malarone for Prevention of Falciparum Malaria

About two weeks into using this medication, I started experiencing brain fog. This continued even after I stopped taking the drug.

2.3

Patient Review

6/23/2012

Malarone for Prevention of Falciparum Malaria

My family and I recently traveled to the Rift Valley region of Kenya. Two of us took Malarone, two took nothing....all four of us were clinically diagnosed with malaria 2-4 times...person 1 on malarone...3 times in Kenya and a relapse in America. person 2 on malarone 2 rounds in Kenya. Person 3 no prophylaxis 3 rounds in Kenya one on return. Person 4 no malarone 2 rounds in Kenya 0 at home. Med seems to have no effect on malaria in the area we were staying...and no reduction in severity of symptoms

1

Patient Review

8/5/2017

Malarone for Prevention of Falciparum Malaria

Malarone gave me terrible diarrhea four days into my trip to Tanzania. The doctor at the lodge said it was because of the Malarone and had me stop taking it. I had to take a lot of imodium for the rest of my trip and even when I got back home.
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Patient Q&A Section about malarone

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is Malarone an antibiotic?

"Malarone is an antibiotic that is indicated to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. In severe acne, Malarone may be useful as adjunctive therapy."

Answered by AI

What does Malarone do to your body?

"Malarone helps to prevent the growth of parasites in human red blood cells. These parasites usually enter the body through a mosquito bite and can cause malaria. Malaria is common in areas of Africa, South America, and Southern Asia. Malarone can be used to help treat or prevent malaria."

Answered by AI

Who should not take Malarone?

"You should take atovaquone- proguanil with food.

If you are pregnant, have an infant that weighs less than 5kg, are nursing, have severe kidney disease, or are taking medications that affect your liver or kidney function, you should not take atovaquone-proguanil. You should take atovaquone-proguanil with food."

Answered by AI

How long is it safe to take Malarone for?

"The course should be started 1 or 2 days before entering a country with a risk of malaria and taken daily for the entire duration of your stay. The course should then be continued for 7 days after leaving the affected area."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Malarone

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AI-DBT for Suicide Prevention in HIV/AIDS

18+
All Sexes
Newark, NJ

One in four older persons living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) report at least one suicide attempt in their lifetime, and the risk for death by suicide is 100 times higher in PLWHA than in the general population. Currently, there are no behavioral interventions that specifically address suicide prevention for older PLWHA, despite their unique biopsychosocial and structural risk factors. Through this work, investigators will adapt Dialectical Behavior Therapy, an evidence-based intervention for suicide prevention, for patients with PLWHA to be delivered by an AI-powered conversational Agent developed by our industry partner, Empower Health. Investigators will then pilot test the feasibility, usability, acceptability and preliminary efficacy to improve self-efficacy to manage negative emotions in n=50 older adults living with HIV/AIDS.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

New Jersey Community Research Initiative (+1 Sites)

Elissa Kozlov, PhD

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Systemic Corticosteroids for Pneumocystis Pneumonia

18+
All Sexes
Montreal, Canada

The HOW LONG trial is an international, multicenter, Phase IV randomized clinical trial evaluating the optimal duration of adjunctive systemic corticosteroids in immunocompromised adults with severe Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia (PCP) who demonstrate early clinical recovery. Participants who no longer require supplemental oxygen by day 10 of corticosteroid therapy are randomized to discontinue corticosteroids at day 10 (or hospital discharge, if earlier) versus continue corticosteroids for a total of 21 days. The trial assesses whether earlier discontinuation reduces steroid-related complications while maintaining clinical outcomes.

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

McGill university Health Centre (Royal victoria Hospital and Montreal General Hospital

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Decision Support Tool for HIV Prevention

18+
All Sexes
Washington D.C., United States

This project will explore the development of a personalized decision support tool to assist with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) initiation and persistence among patients identified in the emergency department (ED) and urgent care settings as PrEP eligible. First, the investigators will use a sequence of validated implementation science methodologies to develop and validate a decision support tool designed to optimize PrEP persistence by strengthening self-efficacy by addressing the multifaceted medical and social needs of the individual patient. The investigators will then test the preliminary effectiveness of this tool through a pilot stepped wedge implementation trial in two EDs and an urgent care in Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC among 120 PrEP eligible patients to determine PrEP initiation, linkage to care, persistence, and adherence rates.

Phase 1
Waitlist Available

George Washington University Emergency Department (+1 Sites)

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Behavioral vs Mindfulness Treatments for Insomnia in HIV

50 - 99
All Sexes
Birmingham, AL

The goal of this clinical trial is to examine the effects of a telephone-delivered Brief Behavioral Treatment Insomnia (BBTI) versus a Brief Mindfulness Treatment (BMT) on cognitive and sleep outcomes in older adults with HIV. The main questions it aims to answer are: What are the effects of BBTI vs BMT on self-reported and observed sleep outcomes in older adults with HIV and insomnia up to 1-year post-intervention? What are the effects of BBTI vs BMT on self-reported and observed cognitive comes in older adults with HIV and insomnia up to 1-year post-intervention? What is the association between Alzheimer's Disease biomarkers and sleep and cognitive outcomes in older adults with HIV receiving BBTI vs BMT? Participants will: * Complete 4 weeks of telephone-delivered BBTI or BMT * Attend baseline, post-intervention, and 1-year post in-person visits for sleep and cognitive assessments * Have blood collected at all three time points

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (+1 Sites)

Dr. Shameka L Cody, PhD, AGNP-C, PMHNP-BC, FAAN

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Decision Support Tool for HIV Treatment

18+
All Sexes
Los Angeles, CA

This study is testing software designed to help healthcare providers choose the best HIV treatment combinations for their patients. HIV medicines, known as antiretroviral therapy (ART), can be complex to manage because the right regimen depends on many factors-such as drug resistance, other health conditions, and medication schedules. Many people with HIV are cared for by general clinicians who may not have access to HIV specialists, which can make treatment decisions more challenging. In this study, healthcare providers will use patient cases to compare standard HIV treatment resources with a new clinical decision support tool that gives evidence-based ART recommendations at the point of care. The investigators hypothesize that using the tool will help providers select treatment plans that better match clinical guidelines, make decisions faster, reduce mental effort, and increase overall satisfaction with the prescribing process.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Los Angeles General Medical Center

Hayoun Lee, PhD

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MGD020 + MGD014 for HIV

18 - 65
All Sexes
Chapel Hill, NC

This research study aims to find out how safe and well tolerated the experimental study drugs are when given to persons with HIV (PWH) taking antiretroviral therapy (ART). The study treatments are MGD014 and MGD020, which are two antibodies developed specifically for HIV, and Vorinostat, an oral medication to help expose HIV in cells to the antibodies. The study will measure the impact of study treatment on non-active HIV in cells, and how long MGD014 and MGD020 stay in the body after they are given. In this study, participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups. All participants receive MGD014 and MGD020, given sequentially as infusions through an IV for 4 doses. Participants in one group (group A) receive only MGD014 and MGD020. Participants in another group (group B) will stop taking their ART therapy for up to 8 weeks (a temporary treatment interruption (TTI)) while receiving MGD014 and MGD020. Participants in the third group (group C) receive Vorinostat in addition to MGD014 and MGD020. Total time of participation is about 8 months and involves 13 or 18 visits, depending on group assignment.

Phase 1
Recruiting

University of North Carolina

Cynthia L. Gay, MD

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CHAMPION Intervention for Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Adherence

18 - 40
Male
San Francisco, CA

The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to pilot test new mobile health (mHealth) interventions to improve PrEP adherence among HIV-negative men who have sex with men (MSM) with mild to moderate methamphetamine use disorder (MUD). The CHAMPION intervention combines two mHealth tools-PrEPAPP and CBT4CBT-to address both HIV prevention and MUD treatment needs in this population. The study's specific aims are: * To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the CHAMPION intervention based on treatment retention and engagement rates. * To examine the preliminary efficacy the CHAMPION intervention to improve PrEP adherence, as measured by dried blood spot (DBS) tests compared to the waitlist control group.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Center on Substance Use and Health

Glenn-Milo Santos, PhD, MPH

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