Doxycycline 100mg capsules are a very effective antimalarial mediciation that is effective against the worst strains of malaria that can be found across the world but especially in Africa and parts of Asia.

One capsule should be taken daily, starting 2 days before entering the malaria risk zone, continuing whilst at risk from the disease and for a full 4 weeks after your return to the UK or leaving the malarial area.When taking Doxycycline capsules it is important that they are swallowed with plenty of water whilst in an upright position (sitting up or standing). They should always be taken after food and once taken you should remain upright for about 1 hour. Antimalarials should be used in conjunction with DEET insect repellents as malaria medication does not provide complete protection against malaria and biting insects carry a number of other infections & diseases.

• Doxycycline Hyclate 100mg

Although generally well tolerated the most common side effects may include heart burn, indigestion and increased sensitivity to the sun. More rarely, they may cause allergic type reactions such as an itchy rash or swelling or the face.

• No medicine is 100% effective against malaria.
• It is very important that you try to reduce the number of insect bites that you get in order to reduce your chances of catching malaria.
• Doxycycline 100mg capsules should not be taken by children under the age of 12 years.
• Consult your pharmacist or doctor before purchasing this medicine if you suffer from other medical conditions or are taking any regular medicines
• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
• Read the instructions on the pack and the patient information leaflet before use

If you are coming in and out of malarial areas and you will spend less than 4 weeks outside of a malarial area, you should take antimalarials throughout this whole time. If you will spend more than 4 weeks outside, please treat these as individual trips.

There are several different malaria tablets available. Which one you’ll need to take may depend on:

• where you are travelling to
• how your body responds to the medication
• your current health status

MASTA offers the following anti-malaria tablets:

Doxycycline

Doxycycline is an antibiotic that can be taken to prevent malaria. The treatment course is usually started 1 to 2 days before entering an at-risk area and continued until 4 weeks after you leave. Doxycycline is a prescription-only medication, so you will need to complete our online questionnaire for a doctor’s approval to receive it.

Atovaquone and Proguanil

Atovaquone and Proguanil tablets should be started 1 to 2 days before travelling to an area which has malaria and continued throughout your stay, until 7 days after you have returned to a malaria-free zone. It is a prescription-only medication, so you will need to complete our questionnaire for a doctor’s approval to receive it.

Online medication requests are available to patients aged 18 and over. Individuals under 18 must attend a clinic appointment with a parent or guardian, where suitability for medication will be clinically assessed. Click here to book an appointment

Issues relating to returns, damage, or faulty products are handled on a case‑by‑case basis to ensure fair and consistent resolution.

Reporting Procedure

• In the first instance, customers must email: masta@speedshealthcare.co.uk
• The email must include:
  • Order number
  • Description of the issue
  • Photographic evidence where applicable
• Distributor will provide next steps depending on the nature of the case.

Please allow up to 5–7 working days for your order to be processed. This includes online risk assessment review, prescription, and supplier dispensing and dispatch.

Standard Delivery

Orders are dispatched using a Tracked 48‑hour courier service.

Tracking Information

Tracking details will be issued by the third‑party courier provided that:

• A valid mobile number and/or
• A valid email address have been supplied at the time of order.

Delivery Guarantees

• Delivery times via third‑party couriers are not guaranteed.
• As a result, the distributor is not liable for any delays caused by the courier service.

If a delivery has not been received within a reasonable timeframe:

• The customer must contact MASTA on enquiries@masta.org with order details.
• MASTA will initiate an investigation and, if required, arrange a resupply of the missing goods.

The distributor is not responsible for:

• Courier delays
• Failed delivery attempts
• Customer‑provided contact details that are incomplete or incorrect