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Can i stop taking my malaria tablets before the course is over?
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It's up to you: You can, but i wouldn't. It could cause the infection to return, and most vip, it can lead to drug resistance for you and others in the future.
Answered 5/5/2012
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Not a good idea: No it is not a good idea as you will get relapse of the Malaria Finish the course as prescribed
Answered 5/8/2015
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