Lumefantrine

Lumefantrine helps in the treatment of malaria. It is advised to take this drug empty stomach. You are advised to consume this drug as prescribed by your doctor. Stopping the consumption may make the infection come back and harder to eat.

Consideration should be given to official guidance regarding the appropriate use of antimalarial agents. You are advised to don light coloured clothes when going out in sunlight. Use insect repellent creams or sprays on parts of your body not covered by clothing.

If you vomit within one hour of consuming the tablet then take another dose of this drug. Discuss with your doctor if you have kidney, liver or heart disease.

In cases of suspected overdosage of Lumefantrine, symptomatic and supportive therapy should be given as appropriate, which should include ECG and blood potassium monitoring.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Malaria

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

• Prolong Qt Interval

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Rash

• Itching

• Stomach Discomfort

• Vomiting

• Abdominal Pain

• Arthralgia

• Fatigue

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women are advised to consult a doctor before consuming this drug.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Lactating mothers are advised to take medical help before consuming this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  No, the medicine is not habit-forming or addictive.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  As relevant information is not available, kindly consult your doctor to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients suffering from kidney diseases.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Relevant information is not available. Please consult to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients with liver impairment.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of action of this medication is yet to be established.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset action of this medication is yet to be established.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is advisable that you do not indulge in driving while on this medication since there is a possibility of you experiencing drowsy or calm and thus affecting your driving skills.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of overdose, take medical help immediately.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  It is advisable that you do not miss a dosage since there is just one dose per day. Consume the missed dosage as soon as you remember.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• India

• United States

• Japan

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Lumefantrine as ingredient

• Azunate L 240 Mg/40 Mg Tablet

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Lumerax Dry Syrup

  Ipca Laboratories Ltd

• Falcinil Lf 40 Mg/240 Mg Syrup

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• Actizo 80 Mg/480 Mg Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Rmether Lf Suspension

  Wiscon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Rmether Lf 80 Mg/480 Mg Tablet

  Trends Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Ultimal 80 Mg/480 Mg Tablet

  Indi Pharma

• Falcinil Lf 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• Artisafe L 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet Dt

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Rezatrin 80 Mg/480 Mg Tablet

  Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Being an antiparasitic medication, this drug treats malaria. It works by increasing the levels of haeme in the blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. This kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Using alcohol while taking this drug is not recommended. Any activity requiring a high level of mental alertness should be avoided in such cases.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Concomitant use is not recommended:

  • Other antimalarial drugs including Mefloquine, Quinine.
  • Ketoconazole,
  • Lopinavir/ ritonavir
  • Nevirapine
  • Efavirenz etc

• Interaction with Food

  • Lumefantrine should be taken with food or drinks rich in fat such as milk as its absorption is increased.
  • Grapefruit juice should be used cautiously during Lumefantrine treatment. Administration of Lumefantrine with grapefruit juice in healthy adult subjects resulted in an approximately two-fold increase in systemic exposure to the parent drug.

• Interaction with Disease

  Patients suffering from liver or kidney related diseases must not consume this medication without consulting it first with a doctor, as it can cause some serious side effects.

• Ques : What is this Lumefantrine is all about?

  Ans : Lumefantrine is an antimalarial agent. It is used to treat acute uncomplicated malaria. This medication is also given in combination with artemether to treat.

• Ques : What are the uses of the Lumefantrine?

  Ans : Lumefantrine is used for the treatment and prevention of acute malaria caused by plasmodium falciparum strain of the parasite.

• Ques : How does Lumefantrine work?

  Ans : Lumefantrine works by increasing the level of heme in blood, a substance toxic to the malarial parasite. It kills the parasite and stops the infection from spreading.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Lumefantrine before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health. If stopped early, there may be chances for infection to reoccur, so it is also advised to take the medication as your health care professional prescribed.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Lumefantrine?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by your healthcare expert. Frequency of the medication may depend upon the condition of the patient.

• Ques : Should I use Lumefantrine empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : Lumefantrine should be taken on an empty stomach.

• Ques : What is the dosage instruction and disposal of Lumefantrine?

  Ans : The medication should be stored at the room temperature and away from heat and direct light.