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Lufi is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Lufi have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Lufi depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lufi as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Lufi normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Lufi has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lufi's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lufi is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lufi contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Lufi with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Lufi, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lufi is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Lufi safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lufi. It is best to stop taking Lufi immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lufi safe during breastfeeding?
Lufi should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lufi on the Kidneys?
Lufi may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lufi on the Liver?
Lufi is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lufi on the Heart?
Using Lufi does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Lufi 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 Lufi unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lufi habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lufi.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lufi. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Lufi is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lufi cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lufi
When consumed with certain foods, Lufi may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lufi
Taking Lufi and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Yes, you can take Lufi for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Lufi for the above- mentioned infection.
It is recommended to avoid taking Lufi with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Discontinuing Lufi on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Lufi is a prescription drug, hence do not take Lufi without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Lufi is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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