Brand Name
Lumerax 20 Tablet
🔹 Composition
Each tablet contains:
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Artemether 20 mg
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Lumefantrine 120 mg
🔹 Manufacturer
Ipca Laboratories Ltd.
🔹 Category
Antimalarial Medicine
📌 Description
Lumerax 20 Tablet is a fixed-dose combination antimalarial containing Artemether (a fast-acting blood schizonticide) and Lumefantrine (a long-acting antimalarial). It is used in the treatment of acute, uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria, including chloroquine-resistant strains. The combination provides both rapid parasite clearance and long-term protection against recurrence.
✅ Indications / Uses
Lumerax 20 Tablet is prescribed for:
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Treatment of acute uncomplicated malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum
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Malaria infections resistant to other antimalarials (chloroquine, etc.)
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Mixed malaria infections (as advised by physician)
💊 Dosage & Administration
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Children (5–15 kg body weight): Usually 1 tablet twice daily for 3 days (total 6 doses).
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Should be taken with milk or fatty food to enhance absorption.
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Always follow physician’s exact dosing schedule.
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Not recommended for infants below 5 kg.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common:
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Headache, dizziness
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Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain
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Weakness, fatigue
Serious (rare):
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Heart rhythm disturbances (QT prolongation)
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Severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)
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Liver function disturbances
⚠️ Precautions & Warnings
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Not for use in severe malaria or for malaria prevention.
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Use cautiously in patients with heart disease, liver/kidney impairment.
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Avoid concomitant use with drugs that prolong QT interval.
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Safe use in pregnancy only if clearly needed and prescribed.
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Breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before use.
📦 Storage
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Store below 25–30°C, in a dry place.
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Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
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Keep out of reach of children.
🏷️ Key Highlights
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Combination antimalarial with fast & long-acting action
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Effective against chloroquine-resistant P. falciparum
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Child-appropriate low-dose formulation (20/120 mg)
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WHO-recommended therapy for uncomplicated malaria
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