Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet
About Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet
This medication is an antimalarial agent. It is used in the treatment of a few kinds of malaria in adults and also children weighing at least 5 kg.
On using this medication you may experience side effects such as muscle pain, diarrhea, dizziness, cough and so on. Also, runny nose, weakness, vomiting, difficulty sleeping/ speaking, reduced appetite, fever, chills, and body stiffness. If your reactions persist or worsen seek medical help promptly.
What are the uses of Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet
What are the contraindications of Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet ?
What are the side effects of Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet ?
Pain In Muscles
Headache
Loss Of Appetite
Weakness
Key highlights of Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medication is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medication should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor. The effect of this medicine on the fetus is not clearly established and hence, doctor consultation is recommended before consumption.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the medication.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the medication.
What are the substitutes for Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Rmether Lf 40 Mg/240 Mg Tablet
Wiscon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any overdose instructions?
in case of overdose, consult your doctor.
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.
How does this medication work?
This medication is used in the treatment of malaria. It interacts with heme, which is produced when hemoglobin is degraded. As a consequence a group of possibly toxic oxygen and carbon-oriented radicals are produced.
What are the interactions of Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet ?
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 Medicine
Medicine
Do not use the medication in combination with Erythromycin, Quinidine, Chlorpromazine, Ciprofloxacin, Quetiapine, Terfenadine, Doxorubicin, Doxepin, Azithromycin, Citalopram and Duloxetine.Interaction with Disease
Disease
Patients who suffer from liver or kidney impairment must not consume the medication.
FAQs about Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet
Ques : What is Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet?
Ans : This medication has Artemether and Lumefantrine as active elements present. It performs its action by killing the malarial parasite, killing the parasite with its own chemical waste produced during infection.
Ques : What are the uses of Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet?
Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from a condition such as acute complicated Malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum strain of the parasite.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet?
Ans : This medication has some commonly reported side effects. Here are some side effects of this medication which are as follows: abdominal pain, vomiting, headache, general weakness, nausea, anorexia, dyspepsia, cough, dizziness, anemia, shortness of breath, etc.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Lumerax 40Mg/240Mg Tablet?
Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.
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