Which antimalarial drug is taken weekly for prophylaxis in travelers to chloroquine-resistant areas?
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Correct answer: Mefloquine
Mefloquine is commonly used for malaria prophylaxis in areas with chloroquine-resistant Plasmodium falciparum. It is taken weekly during exposure.
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