LONART 20/120 X 24 TAB
LONART is a combination antimalarial medicine used to treat acute, uncomplicated malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum in adults and children from 2 months of age weighing at least 5 kg.
What it is
Artemether + Lumefantrine is a combination antimalarial medicine. It contains two active ingredients that work together to clear the malaria parasite from the blood.
What it's used for
This medicine is used to treat acute, uncomplicated malaria infections due to Plasmodium falciparum. It is for patients aged 2 months and older with a bodyweight of 5 kg and above. It is not approved for severe or complicated malaria, nor for preventing malaria.
Common side effects
In adults, common side effects include headache, loss of appetite, dizziness, weakness, joint pain, and muscle pain. In children, common side effects include fever, cough, vomiting, and loss of appetite.
Important cautions
Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to artemether or lumefantrine. Avoid using it with drugs that prolong the QT interval or with halofantrine within one month. Tell your doctor if you have heart problems (QT prolongation), low potassium or magnesium levels, or take strong CYP3A4 inducers like rifampin, carbamazepine, phenytoin, or St. John's wort.
Frequently asked questions
What is Artemether + Lumefantrine used for?
It is used to treat acute, uncomplicated malaria caused by the parasite Plasmodium falciparum.
What are the side effects of Artemether + Lumefantrine?
Common side effects include headache, loss of appetite, dizziness, weakness, joint pain, and muscle pain in adults. In children, common side effects include fever, cough, vomiting, and loss of appetite.
Can I buy this product without a prescription in Nigeria?
Yes, this product is available over the counter (OTC) and does not require a prescription.
How is Artemether + Lumefantrine taken?
Take it with food. The typical course is 3 days with 6 doses: an initial dose, a second dose after 8 hours, then twice-daily for the next 2 days. Follow the exact dosing from your healthcare provider.
What precautions should I take when using this medicine?
Avoid use if you have a known allergy to the ingredients, heart rhythm problems (QT prolongation), low potassium or magnesium, or if you take certain medicines like rifampin or St. John's wort. Inform your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions and medications.
This information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Please consult your physician or pharmacist before using any medication.
