Plan your malaria prevention at Queens Road
Need malaria tablets in Leicester before a holiday or a visit to family abroad? We offer private travel health appointments at our Queens Road pharmacy in Clarendon Park. Bring your travel plans and we’ll help you check whether you need tablets, which option suits you and what it will cost.
Try to get advice four to six weeks before you leave. If you’re travelling sooner, call us on 0116 270 7140. It’s still worth asking for advice.
Getting malaria tablets in Leicester: bring your whole itinerary
A country name is a useful starting point, but tell us about each stop on your trip. The advice can change between regions within the same country. We’ll also need to know about your health and any medicines you take.
You don’t need a polished travel folder. Notes on your phone are fine. Before your appointment, gather:
- The countries, towns and rural areas you plan to visit, including overnight stops.
- Your arrival and departure dates, and how long you’ll spend in each place.
- The names of your regular medicines, supplements and any allergies.
For example, a trip might include a city stay followed by several nights visiting relatives elsewhere. Tell us about both parts, even if your flight only names the city. You can look up your destinations on TravelHealthPro’s country pages before we talk.
What will the consultation and tablets cost?
The consultation costs £10. If you go ahead with any medicines or vaccines, we deduct that £10 from your total.
The price of malaria tablets depends on the medicine and the length of your trip. We’ll confirm the cost during your consultation before you decide to buy. You can also read about our wider travel clinic service.
Before you leave, make sure you know:
- How much your full supply costs.
- When to start taking the tablets and when to stop.
- What to do if you miss a dose or feel unwell after taking one.
Don’t leave the start date until you reach the airport
Different malaria medicines have different start and finish dates. You usually need to begin before entering the risk area and keep taking them after leaving. Follow the instructions for the medicine you’re given, even when you’re back home and feel well.
If your plans change, contact us. An extra week abroad or a new destination may mean you need more tablets or different advice. Keep the medicine leaflet with you so you can check the instructions while travelling.
Pack protection against mosquito bites too
Tablets don’t give complete protection. Bite prevention matters whether or not you need malaria medicine. Pack:
- An effective insect repellent, used and reapplied as directed.
- Loose long sleeves and trousers to cover exposed skin.
- An insecticide-treated mosquito net where your accommodation needs one.
Read NaTHNaC’s malaria prevention advice for more about protecting yourself during your trip.
Feeling feverish during or after your trip?
If you develop a fever, chills or other malaria symptoms while abroad, get medical help promptly. Don’t wait until you fly home. After returning, ask for an urgent GP appointment or call NHS 111 if you have symptoms and have visited a malaria-risk country in the past year. Tell them where you travelled, even if you took tablets. See the NHS advice on malaria symptoms.
Questions about your Leicester appointment
I used to live in the country I’m visiting. Do I still need advice?
Yes. Having lived there before doesn’t mean you’re still protected against malaria. Tell us where you’re going and how long you’ll stay, just as you would for a first visit.
Can I book for a child or if I’m pregnant?
Please call our Queens Road team first. Children and pregnant travellers need particular care when planning malaria prevention. Tell us the child’s age or how far along your pregnancy is, so we can advise on the right next step.
Will I definitely be given tablets?
No. We’ll check your route and health first. Some trips need tablets; others don’t. We’ll explain the advice for your plans and answer your questions before you decide what to do.
Where is the appointment?
At 78 Queens Road, Clarendon Park, Leicester LE2 1TU. The appointment allows 15 minutes. For directions, use the map on our Leicester branch page. Call ahead if you need help with access.
Book advice about malaria tablets in Leicester
Choose a time below for Malaria prevention tablets at Everest Pharmacy – Leicester. For questions before booking, call 0116 270 7140.
If the calendar doesn’t open, book through our Leicester branch and choose Malaria prevention tablets under Services.