Lumether 20 Tablet

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  • Manufactured by: Themis Medicare Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Artemether (20 mg) + Lumefantrine (120 mg)

Lumether 20 Tablet

8 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 76
8 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 76
109 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Themis Medicare Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Artemether (20 mg) + Lumefantrine (120 mg)

Lumether Information

Lumether, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. Secondary and off-label uses of Lumether have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Lumether depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lumether as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lumether go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lumether is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lumether's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Lumether have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Lumether with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



Lumether Benefits & Uses

Lumether is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lumether 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

Lumether Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lumether safe for pregnant women?


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

  • Is the use of Lumether safe during breastfeeding?


    Lumether has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

  • What is the effect of Lumether on the Kidneys?


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

  • What is the effect of Lumether on the Liver?


    Lumether is rarely harmful for the liver.

  • What is the effect of Lumether on the Heart?


    Lumether is rarely harmful for the heart.



Severe Interaction of Lumether with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan
    Codeine


    Lumether Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Lumether

    • Is this Lumether habit forming or addictive?


      Lumether is not addictive in nature.

    Lumether Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Lumether


      Taking Lumether with food does not harm your health.

    • Interaction between Alcohol and Lumether


      Taking Lumether with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.



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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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