A 42-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with fevers and headaches for the past 3 days. The fevers are off and on but are usually at least 102.5°F. Her headaches usually occur at the same time as the fevers. Splenomegaly is noted on examination. Peripheral blood smear confirms the presence of Plasmodium vivax. What is the most appropriate treatment for the dormant form of the parasite in the liver?

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