Malaria Tablets

  1. Home
  2. Malaria Tablets

💊 Malaria Tablets Service — Doncaster & Newark Travel Clinics

Travelling to a malaria-risk country? Whether you’re heading to Kenya, Tanzania, Ghana, Nigeria, India, Pakistan, Thailand or the Amazon region, it’s vital to protect yourself with the right malaria tablets before you fly.

At Holden’s Travel Clinics in Doncaster and Newark, our pharmacist-led service makes it simple to get private malaria tablets — with fast appointments, clear advice, and no GP referral needed.

Book Malaria Tablet Appointment

🦟 Why Malaria Tablets Matter

Malaria is a serious, sometimes life-threatening infection spread by mosquito bites in many parts of Africa, Asia, Central & South America. There is no vaccine routinely used for UK travellers — instead, protection relies on:

  • Malaria tablets (antimalarials) taken before, during and after your trip.
  • Mosquito bite avoidance (repellent, nets, long sleeves).
  • Rapid medical attention if you develop fever or flu-like symptoms after travel.

Our pharmacists will check your destination, length of stay, and medical history and advise which malaria tablet is most suitable for you.

💊 Which Malaria Tablets Do We Offer?

We supply a full range of commonly recommended malaria prevention tablets for UK travellers, including:

  • Atovaquone/Proguanil (often known by brand names such as Malarone) – popular for short trips and safaris.
  • Doxycycline – an option for longer journeys or backpacking trips.
  • Mefloquine – suitable for some travellers depending on medical history and destination.

Your clinician will discuss the pros and cons of each option — including how to take them, possible side effects and what fits best with your travel plans.

💡 We’ll also advise on mosquito repellents, nets and other travel health essentials during your consultation.

🌍 Common Destinations Where Malaria Tablets Are Recommended

You may need malaria tablets for trips to parts of:

Risk varies by country and region. During your appointment we’ll check the exact areas you’re visiting and advise whether malaria tablets are needed.

For more country-specific information, you can also browse our:

🧭 How Our Malaria Tablet Service Works

  1. Book an appointment
    Choose Doncaster or Newark via our online booking system.
  2. Travel health consultation
    We review your destination, dates, medical history and any other medicines you take.
  3. We recommend the right tablet
    Your pharmacist will explain which antimalarial is suitable and how to take it.
  4. Tablets supplied on site
    In most cases you’ll leave your appointment with your full course of malaria tablets ready for your trip.

⏰ Last-minute traveller? We can usually accommodate same-day or next-day appointments, but always try to book as early as possible.

Book Malaria Tablets Now

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When should I start taking malaria tablets?

This depends on the type of tablet. Some need to be started 1–2 days before travel, others up to 2–3 weeks before. We’ll explain exactly when to start and stop during your consultation.

How long do I need to continue them after my trip?

Most malaria tablets must be continued for a period after leaving the risk area (often 7–28 days). We’ll make sure your course covers your whole risk period.

Can I get malaria tablets without seeing my GP?

Yes. Our service is a private, pharmacist-led travel clinic, so you can get assessed and supplied directly through us without a GP referral.

Can my family be seen together?

Yes. Families and couples often attend together before trips. We’ll review each person individually and ensure everyone gets the right advice and dosage.

📍 Visit Holden’s Travel Clinic — Doncaster & Newark

Choose the clinic most convenient for you — both offer same-day travel health appointments where available.

Open Monday–Saturday | Private travel health consultations and malaria tablets for individuals, couples and families.

Book Malaria Tablet Appointment