Lumether 40 Tablet DT Information

Lumether 40 Tablet DT is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Lumether 40 Tablet DT also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Lumether 40 Tablet DT 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 Lumether 40 Tablet DT as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lumether 40 Tablet DT are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Lumether 40 Tablet DT has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Lumether 40 Tablet DT's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lumether 40 Tablet DT related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Lumether 40 Tablet DT have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Lumether 40 Tablet DT with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Lumether 40 Tablet DT, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Lumether 40 Tablet DT Benefits & Uses

Lumether 40 Tablet DT is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Lumether 40 Tablet DT 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 40 Tablet DT Related Warnings

Is the use of Lumether 40 Tablet DT 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 40 Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?

Lumether has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lumether 40 Tablet DT on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Lumether on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Lumether 40 Tablet DT on the Liver?

Lumether is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lumether 40 Tablet DT on the Heart?

Lumether is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Lumether 40 Tablet DT with Other Drugs

Lumether 40 Tablet DT should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Lumether 40 Tablet DT Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lumether 40 Tablet DT unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Lumether 40 Tablet DT

Is this Lumether 40 Tablet DT habit forming or addictive?

Lumether 40 Tablet DT is not addictive in nature.

Lumether 40 Tablet DT Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lumether 40 Tablet DT

Taking Lumether 40 Tablet DT with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lumether 40 Tablet DT

Taking Lumether 40 Tablet DT 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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