I have been diagnosed with malaria, the dr prescribed coartem and antibiotic (tetracycline 500mg). is it wise to take this antibiotic? i could not find tetracycline on the market. Can i substitute tetracycline with ciproflaxin 500mg (which is on the market)
Dear Friend. Welcome to Chat Doctor. Hi, I am Chat Doctor, I have read your query in detail, I understand your concern. Neither tetracycline nor ciprofloxacin are used for treatment of malaria.First you have to be sure that it is malaria or not. Many kits available in the market for detection of malaria show false positive result. So, tell us your main symptoms. If you have high grade fever with chills and rigors with low platelet count and there are cases of malaria in your area, then go to a qualified doctor to take proper treatment of malaria that includes wide range of Chat Doctor. This is my personal opinion based on details available here.  If you still have any other query, you may please ask me. Stay Healthy. Chat Doctor, MD