Lumerax 80mg/480mg Tablet

Lumerax tablet is a combination of two drugs namely, Artemether and Lumefantrine. It is an antimalarial agent and is used to treat non- severe malaria where some other kinds of antimalarial medications become ineffective.

It should not be used to prevent malaria or by patients suffering from complicated malaria. It is used to treat adults and the children weighing at least 5 kg.

Some may experience hives, wheezing, weight loss etc as side effects. If any side effect becomes severe or last long, it is advised to inform the doctor immediately. Allergy to any medicine must be informed to the doctor prior to taking this medicine.

Patients suffering from or have a history of kidney, liver, heart impairment should take this medicine with caution as it may worsen the condition. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medicine.

The medicine should not be taken by own choice but should be prescribed by the doctor. The course of the medicine should be strictly completed and not be left in between without consulting the doctor.

• Malaria

• Allergy

• Allergic Reaction

• Headache

• Muscle Pain

• Joint Pain

• Loss Of Appetite

• Weakness

• Abdominal Pain

• Diarrhoea

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  The effect of alcohol while taking this medicine is unknown.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  The use of Lumerax by pregnant women is not advised as it may cause harm to the foetus. It is advised to consult the doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The use of this medicine is not recommended to breastfeeding women. The benefits and risks of it should be discussed with a doctor before taking it.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is advised to drive with caution after taking this medicine. If the patient experiences dizziness then it is advised to avoid driving.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Lumerax tablet is not known to have much effect on the function of kidney. The patients with a history of kidney impairment must inform the doctor before taking this medicine. Close monitoring should be of kidney function of such patients.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Lumerax tablet is not known to have much effect on the function of liver. The patients with a history of liver impairment must inform the doctor before taking this medicine. Close monitoring should be of liver function of such patients.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine is known to last for an average of 3 to 6 days.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed after 2 to 3 hours of its administration.

• Is it habit forming?

  Lumerax is not known to have habit forming tendency.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If the patient misses any dose of Lumerax Tablet, he should take it as soon as it comes to the notice. But if it is time for the next dose then the missed dose should be skipped. The patient should not take two doses together.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  The overdose of the medicine must be avoided. Inform the doctor immediately in case of any symptoms of overdose.

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, that kill the parasite and also leads to inhibition of spreading of parasite.

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

  Lumerax Tablet is known to interact with Erythromycin, Quinidine, Chlorpromazine, Ciprofloxacin, Quetiapine, Terfenadine, Doxorubicin, Doxepin, Azithromycin, Citalopram and Duloxetine.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Lumerax tablet is known to interact with Liver disease, Kidney disease, QT prolongation, Heart disease etc.

• Ques : What is Lumerax 80mg 480mg Tablet?

  Ans : Lumerax tablet being an antimalarial agent comes into use in the treatment of malaria of various kinds whether in children or adults. Its working ingredients are Artemether and Lumefantrine.

• Ques : What is Lumerax 80mg 480mg Tablet used for?

  Ans : Lumerax is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like malaria and acute malaria.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Lumerax 80mg 480mg Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include headache, muscle pain, joint pain, etc.

• Ques : How to take Lumerax?

  Ans : Lumerax can be taken with food, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is usually taken twice a day with a meal for 3 days or if otherwise is prescribed by a doctor.

• Ques : How long do I need to use lumerax 80mg 480mg tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed till complete eradication of disease, so it is advised to use till the time directed by your doctor and moreover taking this medication longer than it was prescribed can also cause inadequate effect on the patient. please consult your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use lumerax 80mg 480mg tablet ?

  Ans : This medication is generally consumed once or twice in a week as the time interval upto which this medication has an impact is around 3 to 6 days but it is not the standard frequency for using this medication.

• Ques : Should I use lumerax 80mg 480mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is common to consume orally and the salts involved in the medication react properly if it is taken after the food, in order to reduce acidity and heartburn and taking it empty stomach may cause stomach upset as well. Please consult the doctor before use.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of lumerax 80mg 480mg tablet?

  Ans : The medication contains salts which are suitable to store at room temperature as keeping the medication above or below can cause inadequate effect. Keep the medication away from the reach of children and it is advised to dispose the expired or unused medication for avoiding its inadequate effect.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/lumefantrine

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