Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor safe for pregnant women?
Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor on the Kidneys?
Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor on the Liver?
Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor for the heart.
Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor habit forming or addictive?
Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ivacaftor + Lumacaftor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience