Prescription
Antimalarial
Atovaquone; Proguanil hydrochloride
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Atovaquone/Proguanil (sold in Nigeria as Malanil or Lemal) is a combination antimalarial drug that works by attacking the malaria parasite at two different stages, killing it and stopping it from multiplying in your body.
What is it used for?
Malaria treatmentmalaria prevention (for travellers or people in high-risk areas)
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.