Lafumac Information

Lafumac, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Lafumac have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Lafumac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Lafumac are Constipation, Diarrhoea, Rash. Some other side effects of Lafumac have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Lafumac are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Lafumac's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Lafumac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lafumac related warnings section.

The section on Lafumac contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Lafumac with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Lafumac Benefits & Uses

Lafumac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer

Other Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD

Lafumac 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

Lafumac Related Warnings

Is the use of Lafumac safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Lafumac 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 Lafumac safe during breastfeeding?

Lafumac may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lafumac on the Kidneys?

Lafumac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lafumac on the Liver?

Lafumac may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lafumac on the Heart?

Lafumac is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lafumac with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Atazanavir

Cefpodoxime

Lafumac Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lafumac

Is this Lafumac habit forming or addictive?

Lafumac does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lafumac is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Lafumac for mental disorders.

No

Lafumac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lafumac

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lafumac

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lafumac and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown