2nd August 2023

A 63 year old presents with a 6 day history of progressively worsening fevers, palpitations, fatigue, and muscle and joint pain.

A 63 year old presents with a 6 day history of progressively worsening fevers, palpitations, fatigue, and muscle and joint pain. He takes metformin for diabetes and recently returned from a trip to Pakistan. He did not take malaria prophylaxis whilst on his trip. A rapid diagnostic test for malaria comes back positive.

What is the first line treatment for the most likely diagnosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.