Arakoda

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Arakoda is used to help prevent malaria, a serious disease of the blood that is spread by infected mosquitos. Take with food.

Arakoda Overview

Reviewed: September 17, 2018
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Arakoda is a prescription medication used to prevent malaria in people 18 years and older.

Arakoda belongs to a group of drugs called antimalarials. It works by killing the organisms that cause malaria.

The medication comes in tablet form. Arakoda is taken by mouth once daily for 3 days prior to travel, then once a week and continuing during travel where malaria is common. Arakoda should be taken with food. Do not break, crush, or chew tablets. Swallow tablets whole.

Common side effects include headache, back pain, diarrhea, and dizziness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how Arakoda affects you.

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