Coartrin Information

Coartrin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Coartrin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Coartrin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Coartrin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Coartrin 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, Coartrin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Coartrin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Coartrin related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Coartrin contraindications section.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Coartrin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Coartrin Benefits & Uses

Coartrin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)

Coartrin 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

Coartrin Related Warnings

Is the use of Coartrin safe for pregnant women?

Coartrin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Coartrin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Coartrin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Coartrin as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Coartrin on the Kidneys?

Coartrin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Coartrin on the Liver?

Coartrin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Coartrin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Coartrin on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Coartrin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Coartrin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coartrin 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 Coartrin

Is this Coartrin habit forming or addictive?

Coartrin does not cause addiction.

Coartrin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Coartrin

It is safe to take Coartrin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Coartrin

Taking alcohol with Coartrin can be dangerous.