Lirma Information

Lirma is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Lirma also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lirma. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Lirma have been listed ahead. These side effects of Lirma are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Lirma has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lirma related warnings talks about Lirma's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Lirma since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Lirma contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Lirma 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 Lirma is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Lirma Benefits & Uses

Lirma is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Lirma 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: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lirma Related Warnings

Is the use of Lirma safe for pregnant women?

Lirma can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Lirma safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Lirma may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lirma should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Lirma on the Kidneys?

Lirma rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lirma on the Liver?

Lirma is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lirma on the Heart?

You can take Lirma without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lirma with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Digoxin

Cyclosporin

Warfarin

Lirma Contraindications

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

Peptic Ulcer
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lirma

Is this Lirma habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lirma has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lirma since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lirma should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Lirma is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Lirma Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lirma

Taking Lirma with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lirma

Information about the interaction of Lirma and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown