Lumether Forte Tablet Information

Lumether Forte Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Lumether Forte Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Lumether Forte Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lumether Forte Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Lumether Forte Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Lumether Forte Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lumether Forte Tablet related warnings talks about Lumether Forte Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Besides this, Lumether Forte Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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 Forte Tablet Benefits & Uses

Lumether Forte Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Lumether Forte Tablet 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 Forte Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lumether Forte Tablet is used -

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
Cough
Fatigue
Vertigo
Tremor
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Low energy
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Lumether Forte Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Lumether Forte Tablet 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 Forte Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

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

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

Lumether is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Lumether Forte Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Lumether Forte Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lumether Forte Tablet 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 Forte Tablet

Is this Lumether Forte Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Lumether Forte Tablet is not addictive in nature.

Lumether Forte Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lumether Forte Tablet

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

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