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Journal of Microbiology and Related Research

Volume  8, Issue 1, January-June 2022, Pages 9-10
 

Original Article

Uncomplicated Plasmodium Vivax Malaria Treatment in India

Arvind Nath

Scientist 'E', National Institute of Malaria Research, New Delhi 110077, India.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/jmrr.2395.6623.8122.1

Abstract

Background: Uncomplicated P. vivax Malaria treatment in India is straightforward because the same regime exists for the North-eastern part of the country and the rest of the country unlike treating uncomplicated P. falciparum Malaria where different regimes exist for these two areas. However, a slightly different approach is needed for the treatment of pregnant patients. oBjectives: To find out what are the antimalarials prescribed in India for treating uncomplicated Vivax Malaria. Methods: By reviewing documents prepared by WHO and NVBDCP. results: It is found that the same regime exists for treating uncomplicated Vivax Malaria whether the patient comes from any part of the country. However, some modifications are made depending on the pregnancy status of the female patient. conclusions: Some more education is required among health care providers on how to treat uncomplicated P. vivax Malaria. This paper addresses this concern.


Corresponding Author : Arvind Nath