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 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 Benefits & Uses

Lumether is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

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?

Side effects of Lumether for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lumether on the Kidneys?

Lumether rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lumether on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Lumether on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Lumether on the Heart?

Side effects of Lumether rarely affect 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 -

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

Is this Lumether habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lumether has not been reported.

Lumether Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lumether

Taking Lumether with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lumether

Consumption of alcohol and Lumether together may have severe effects on your health.