Coartrin

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Coartrin Information

Coartrin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Coartrin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Coartrin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Coartrin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Coartrin 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, Coartrin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Coartrin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Coartrin related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Coartrin contraindications section.

Besides this, Coartrin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Coartrin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.


Coartrin Benefits & Uses

Coartrin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Coartrin 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

Coartrin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Coartrin safe for pregnant women?


    Coartrin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Coartrin again without your doctor's advice.

  • Is the use of Coartrin safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Coartrin on breastfeeding women are very mild.

  • What is the effect of Coartrin on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Coartrin on kidney have been reported.

  • What is the effect of Coartrin on the Liver?


    Coartrin has very mild side effects on the liver.

  • What is the effect of Coartrin on the Heart?


    Coartrin has very mild side effects on the heart.


Severe Interaction of Coartrin with Other Drugs

Coartrin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan
    Codeine

    Coartrin Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coartrin unless your doctor advises you to do so -


    Frequently asked Questions about Coartrin

    • Is this Coartrin habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Coartrin.

    Coartrin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Coartrin


      Taking Coartrin with food is safe.

    • Interaction between Alcohol and Coartrin


      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Coartrin 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


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