Lumerax 80 Mg

Lumerax 80 Mg

Lumerax 80 Mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs namely, Artemether and Lumefantrine. It is an antimalarial agent. It 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 the patients suffering from complicated malaria. It is used to treat adults and the children weighing at least 5 kg.

Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, skin rash, dizziness, muscle pain are some common side effects of Lumerax 80 Mg Tablet. Some may also experience hives, wheezing, weight loss etc. 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.

Drug = Artemether +Lumefantrine

Strength = 80 Mg + 480 Mg

Manufacturer = Ipca Laboratories Ltd

How ToTake

Take Lumerax 80 Mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lumerax 80 Mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Dosage

Lumerax 80 Tablet

Lumerax 40 Mg/240 Mg Tablet

Lumerax Dry Syrup

Lumerax Dry Syrup

Lumerax 60 Mg/360 Mg Tablet

Lumerax 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet

Side Effects

Headache

Loss of appetite

Dizziness

Weakness

Joint pain

Pain in muscles

Warning

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Lumerax 80 Mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lumerax 80 Mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Lumerax 80 Mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

Uses

Lumerax 80 Mg is used to treat acute uncomplicated malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum strain of the parasite. It may also be used for the treatment of malaria that is resistant to other medicines such as chloroquine or sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine combinations.