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Lumertam 20 mg + 120 mg

Tablet

Generic: Artemether + Lumefantrine

Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Therapeutic Class: Antimalarial (Artemisinin-based Combination)

Indications

Treatment of acute uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria, including mixed infections, in adults and in children weighing 5 kg or more.

Pharmacology

Artemether acts rapidly against blood-stage parasites and quickly reduces the parasite load, while the longer-acting lumefantrine clears the remaining parasites. Both interfere with haem detoxification in the parasite.

Dosage & Administration

Six doses over 3 days: at 0 and 8 hours, then twice daily (morning and evening) on days 2 and 3. Adult and child 35 kg and above: 4 tablets per dose. Child 5 to under 15 kg: 1 tablet per dose; 15 to under 25 kg: 2 tablets; 25 to under 35 kg: 3 tablets. Take with food or milk. Repeat the dose if vomiting occurs within 1 hour.

Side Effects

Headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, palpitations, joint and muscle pain, weakness, cough. Rarely: QT prolongation, allergic reactions.

Precautions & Warnings

Not for prevention of malaria or for severe malaria. Use with caution in severe hepatic or renal impairment. In pregnancy use only as advised by the physician. Complete all six doses. Use only on the prescription of a registered physician and follow the national malaria treatment guideline.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to artemether or lumefantrine. Family history of sudden death or congenital QT prolongation, history of arrhythmia or significant heart disease, and concomitant use of drugs that prolong the QT interval.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.