Lafukem Information

Lafukem is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Lafukem have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Lafukem depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Lafukem also has some side effects, the most common being Constipation, Diarrhoea, Rash. While these are the most often observed Lafukem side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Lafukem are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Lafukem's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Lafukem has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lafukem related warnings section.

The section on Lafukem contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Lafukem have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Lafukem Benefits & Uses

Lafukem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer

Other Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD

Lafukem 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
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Lafukem Related Warnings

Is the use of Lafukem safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Lafukem in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Lafukem safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lafukem. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lafukem on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Lafukem on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lafukem on the Liver?

Lafukem is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lafukem on the Heart?

Lafukem is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lafukem with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Atazanavir

Cefpodoxime

Lafukem Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lafukem unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lafukem

Is this Lafukem habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lafukem.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Lafukem you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lafukem only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lafukem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lafukem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lafukem

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Lafukem, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lafukem

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lafukem.

Unknown