Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet Information

Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Lumart Benefits & Uses
Lumart Dosage & How to Take
Lumart Side Effects
Lumart Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lumart with Other Drugs
Lumart Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lumart
Lumart Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 3 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet, dose should be given on according to weight
Adult	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet,Initially 4 tablets as single dose, then 4 tablets after 8 hours
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg artemether and 120 mg lumefantrine per tablet, dose should be given to patients having weight more than 5 kg

Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lumart. It is best to stop taking Lumart immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Lumart on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Lumart rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Lumart on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Lumart may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet

Is this Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet has not been reported.

Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet

You can take Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829,830

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 832-834

Lumart 20 Mg/120 Mg Tablet