👉 An antimalarial is a type of medication that is used to treat malaria. Malaria is a disease caused by parasites called Plasmodium falciparum, which can be transmitted from an infected person to another person through the bite of an infected mosquito. The main symptoms of malaria include fever, chills, and headache. Antimalarial medications are effective in treating malaria when taken properly and as directed by a healthcare professional. The term "antimedicative" refers to something