USES OF LUMERAX 60MG TABLET
- Manage acute uncomplicated malarial infections (caused by plasmodium falciparum) in infants, children and adults
HOW LUMERAX 60MG TABLET WORKS
LUMERAX 60MG TABLET effectively manages malarial infections, where artemether
effectively kills the malarial parasites by binding to haem (part of
molecules that contains iron which is toxic to malarial parasites) which
is produced during the breakdown of haemoglobin. Lumefantrine works by
binding to hemin where it manages the formation of a toxic malarial
pigment called hemozoin, thereby it manages malarial infection. In
addition to this artemether and lumefantrine blocks nucleic acid and
protein synthesis in parasite that damages the parasitic cell membrane
of plasmodium falciparum which leads to the death of parasite. Thus, it
helps in managing the malarial infection.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take LUMERAX 60MG TABLET exactly as advised by your doctor.
For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow
LUMERAX 60MG TABLET with a glass of water. This medicine should be
taken with food or drinks rich in fat such as milk. Crush the medicine
into powder if your child is unable to swallow the whole medicine.
For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse LUMERAX
60MG TABLET in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the
label. Consume the mixture immediately after reconstitution.
Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon
your age, body weight and severity of the disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LUMERAX 60MG TABLET
COMMON
- headache, dizziness
- nausea, vomiting
- stomach pain
- diarrhea
- muscle or joint pain
- difficulty to sleep
- loss of appetite
- cough
- fast heartbeat
- general weakness, tiredness
- involuntary muscle spasms
- abnormal walking (in children above 12 years)
- tingling sensation or numbness of hand and feet
- rashes or itching in the skin
- disturbance in heart rhythm (prolonged QTc interval)
UNCOMMON
- sleepiness
- decreased skin sensitivity
- inability to coordinate movements
RARE
- allergic reactions
Stop taking LUMERAX 60MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat with difficulty in breathing and swallowing
- skin condition with large fluid filled blisters (bullous eruption)
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Headache:
Rest
and relax. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Apply a
pain-relieving balm on the forehead if required. Do not consume too
much of alcohol. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Nausea and vomiting:
Stick
to simple meals while taking this medicine. Avoid eating oily, fried or
spicy foods. Do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating. Consult
your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Stomach pain:
Rest
and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and frequent
meals. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. Do not self-manage on your own
and consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Diarrhea:
Drink
lot of fluids such as water or fruit juices to keep yourself hydrated.
Avoid taking any medicine on your own for managing diarrhea. Consult
your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Tiredness:
Drink
plenty of fluid and eat balanced diet and frequent meals. Do regular
minimal exercise and follow regular sleep schedule. Consult your doctor
if the symptom does not improve.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
LUMERAX
60MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use during the first
trimester of pregnancy. It should be used with caution during second and
third trimester of pregnancy only if considered clearly necessary.
Consult your doctor before taking LUMERAX 60MG TABLET.
BREASTFEEDING
LUMERAX
60MG TABLET should be taken with caution in breast feeding women only
if considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking
LUMERAX 60MG TABLET.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness, sleepiness or weakness after taking LUMERAX 60MG TABLET.
KIDNEY
LUMERAX
60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having severe type
of malarial infection affecting the kidneys. It should be taken with
caution in patients with severe kidney problems. Consult your doctor
before taking LUMERAX 60MG TABLET.
LIVER
LUMERAX
60MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver
problems. Consult your doctor before taking LUMERAX 60MG TABLET.
ALLERGY
Do not take LUMERAX 60MG TABLET if you are allergic to Artemether, Lumefantrine or any other ingredients of this medicine.
LUNGS
LUMERAX
60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having malaria with
pulmonary edema or severe type of malarial infection affecting the
lungs. Consult your doctor before taking it.
HEART DISEASE
LUMERAX
60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe heart
disease or with heart diseases such as slow heartbeat, changes in the
rhythm or rate of the heartbeat or family history of death due to heart
problems or born with heart problems. LUMERAX 60MG TABLET should be
taken with caution in patients with variations in ECG (prolongation of
QTc interval). Consult doctor before taking LUMERAX 60MG TABLET.
OTHERS
LUMERAX 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have:
- severe type of malarial infection that has affected the brain
- low levels of electrolytes such as potassium or magnesium in blood
Before taking LUMERAX 60MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
- infected with both the plasmodium falciparum and plasmodium vivax parasites
- feeling worse or if you feel too unwell to eat and drink
Use in pediatrics
LUMERAX
60MG TABLET should be given with caution in children as the dosages of
LUMERAX 60MG TABLET vary in children according to their body weight. So,
consult a paediatrician before you give this medicine to your child.
Use in geriatrics
LUMERAX 60MG TABLET can be used in elderly patients. However, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug – drug interactions:
Before taking LUMERAX 60MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
- medicines used to manage heart rhythm problems (Ex. Flecainide, metoprolol)
- medicines used to manage depression (Ex. imipramine, amitriptyline, clomipramine, St. John’s wort)
- medicine used to manage leprosy or tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin)
- medicines
used to manage bacterial infections (EX. fluroquinolones such as
ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin,
erythromycin) - medicines used to manage fungal infection (Ex. ketoconazole, fluconazole, itraconazole)
- medicines used to manage allergy (Ex. terfenadine, astemizole)
- medicine used to manage stomach disturbance (Ex. cisapride)
- medicines used to manage fits (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin)
- medicines used to manage malaria (Ex. atovaquone/proguanil, chloroquine)
- medicines used to manage HIV infection (Ex. indinavir, ritonavir)
- medicine used to manage pregnancy (Ex. Ethinyl estradiol)
B. Drug – Food interactions
Drink grapefruit juice with caution while taking LUMERAX 60MG TABLET as it may interact with this medicine.
Overdosage:
If
you or anyone else accidentally take too much of LUMERAX 60MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit a nearby hospital.
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