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Lumbril is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Lumbril has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Lumbril depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lumbril can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lumbril normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Lumbril has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lumbril related warnings talks about Lumbril's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lumbril is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Bleeding, Stomach Infection as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Lumbril contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Lumbril may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lumbril is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lumbril 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 Lumbril safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lumbril. If you are pregnant, do not take Lumbril without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lumbril safe during breastfeeding?
Lumbril may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lumbril on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Lumbril. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lumbril on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Lumbril. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Lumbril on the Heart?
Lumbril is rarely harmful for the heart.
Lumbril should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lumbril unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lumbril habit forming or addictive?
Lumbril is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Lumbril
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Lumbril together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lumbril
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lumbril with alcohol will be.
Lumbril is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is used for the treatment of tenderness, swelling, stiffness, and pain associated with osteoarthritis in which there is a breakdown of the lining of the joints, and rheumatoid arthritis in which there is swelling of the lining of the joints. It is also used for alleviation of the menstrual pain, before and during the menstrual cycle. It is also used to relieve fever and pain associated with a headache, minor aches, sprains, common cold, toothache, and backache. It also shows the antiplatelet effect which means it prevents the formation of blood clots. Lumbril is used for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis (a chronic skin disease causing scaling and swelling), gouty arthritis (which develops from the built up of some chemical in the joints) and ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis that affects the spine).
No, Lumbril is not a muscle relaxant. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which is used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with aches, sprains, and strains.
Painkillers like Lumbril should not be used if there is decreased kidney function as they may reduce the supply of blood to the kidneys. Also, long-term use can also impair the normal kidneys. Therefore, it is important that you talk to your doctor in case you have reduced kidney function. You should use Lumbril exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Lumbril is suitable for the treatment of a migraine as it leads to pain alleviation. Several studies have also documented the efficacy of Lumbril in migraine pain. However, if you don't get a relief from Lumbril, please talk to your doctor immediately to prescribe your other options.
Yes, Lumbril can cause bleeding problems, ulcers, and perforation in stomach and intestine. These complications might develop during any phase of the treatment without warning symptoms. The risk may be aggravated for people who consume NSAIDs for a long period of time, who are elderly, who have poor health and who drink alcohol while taking Lumbril. It is important that you talk to your doctor if you ever had ulcers or any kind of bleeding disorders. Talk to your doctor immediately if you start developing symptoms like vomiting with blood, bloody stools, heartburn, and stomach pain
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