Malaria Pills checked one stop closer to Africa | Africa | Following with my upcoming trip to Africa, I am following all the prophylaxis recommended by me local tour operator in the area, backed by my doctor. So I have got my Malaria pills for my trip coming in two weeks. For those not familiar with this drill, as it happened to me, there are several options available, pills you take once a week, pills you take everyday and else. My doctor recommended I would go with the daily pills treatment – Doxycycline Hyclate 100 MG. In the US the cost for 30 pills is approximatelly USD 35. Usage: You are supposed to start taking the first dose one or two days prior arrival to an area where you may be exposed to malaria. Then while at the the destination, and four weeks after your departure. Hope you all find this info helpful and useful. More Africa to come soon. Be smart, stay safe.!!! CM