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Lepromine 50 Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Leprosy.
The right dosage of Lepromine 50 Capsule 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Lepromine 50 Capsule are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Loss of appetite. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lepromine 50 Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lepromine 50 Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Lepromine 50 Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Lepromine 50 Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lepromine 50 Capsule related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Lepromine 50 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Lepromine 50 Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lepromine 50 Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lepromine 50 Capsule is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Lepromine 50 Capsule 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.
Is the use of Lepromine 50 Capsule 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.
What is the effect of Lepromine 50 Capsule on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Lepromine on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lepromine 50 Capsule on the Liver?
Information about safety of Lepromine for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Lepromine 50 Capsule on the Heart?
Side effects of Lepromine on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lepromine 50 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lepromine 50 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Lepromine 50 Capsule does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lepromine 50 Capsule as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lepromine 50 Capsule only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lepromine 50 Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lepromine 50 Capsule
It is safe to take Lepromine 50 Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lepromine 50 Capsule
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lepromine 50 Capsule with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 781-782
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lamprene® (clofazimine)