Lepromine Information

Lepromine is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Leprosy.

The right dosage of Lepromine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Lepromine include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Loss of appetite. Some other side effects of Lepromine have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lepromine normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Lepromine has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lepromine has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lepromine related warnings section.

The section on Lepromine contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Lepromine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lepromine is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Lepromine Benefits & Uses

Lepromine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Leprosy

Lepromine 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
Adult	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs
Geriatric	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs

Lepromine Related Warnings

Is the use of Lepromine safe for pregnant women?

Lepromine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lepromine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Lepromine safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lepromine. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Lepromine on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Lepromine on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lepromine on the Liver?

Information about safety of Lepromine for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lepromine on the Heart?

Side effects of Lepromine on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Lepromine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiodarone

Haloperidol

Clozapine

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Promethazine

Lepromine Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Skin Discolouration

Frequently asked Questions about Lepromine

Is this Lepromine habit forming or addictive?

Lepromine does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lepromine as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lepromine only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lepromine is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Lepromine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lepromine

It is safe to take Lepromine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lepromine

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lepromine with alcohol will be.

Unknown