Nivaquine Lumart Strip Of 6 Tablets

Nivaquine Lumart Tablet is an antimalarial medicine. It is used to treat malaria when other antimalarial medicines are ineffective. Nivaquine Lumart is a combination medicine containing artemether and lumefantrine as its main components.

This medicine works by acting directly on malaria-causing organisms and thus inhibiting their growth. Take this medicine with meals or a glass of milk to avoid an upset stomach. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in the exact dose and duration as prescribed.

Do not stop taking this medicine, even if you start feeling better after taking this medicine. Stopping this medicine suddenly may result in treatment failure and incomplete eradication of malaria-causing organisms from the body. Thereby, increasing the risk of re-infection.

Dosage

Overdose

There is limited information about the effect of an overdose of Nivaquine Lumart Tablet. In case of an overdose, contact your doctor or reach out to your nearest hospital as soon as possible. Try to carry the pack of the medicine to make overdose assessment easier for doctor/hospital staff.

Missed a Dose

• It would be best if you don't miss a dose of anti-malarial medicine as it may lead to treatment failure.
• If you have missed taking any dose of the Nivaquine Lumart Tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it's already the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
• Never take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Nivaquine Lumart Tablet works by killing a malarial parasite called plasmodium.

Directions for Use

Nivaquine Lumart Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor, preferably with food, a beverage containing milk or water. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. It is best to take it at a fixed time for optimal results, and you should not consume it more than prescribed by your doctor. In case you vomit within an hour of taking this medicine, take another dose.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Nivaquine Lumart Tablet during pregnancy?

• Nivaquine Lumart Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy. However, doctors may give this medicine to pregnant women under critical situations where alternate antimalarial medicine is not able to treat the condition.
• For women who are using birth control measures (such as oral, transdermal patch or other systemic hormonal contraceptives), your doctor may advise you to take an additional non-hormonal method of birth control for about a month.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Nivaquine Lumart Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is advised not to breastfeed your baby during the treatment with the Nivaquine Lumart Tablet, as it is unknown if this medicine passes into breast milk. You have to wait for at least for 1-week post-treatment to start breastfeeding again.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed a Nivaquine Lumart Tablet?

Nivaquine Lumart Tablet makes you feel sleepy, dizzy and weak. Thus it is advised not to drive when you are taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with a Nivaquine Lumart Tablet?

Consuming alcohol may aggravate some of the side effects of Nivaquine Lumart Tablet like stomach problems and mental disturbances. Thus, it is advised not to consume alcohol during treatment.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a family history of irregular heartbeats or sudden death due to heart problems.
• You have heart disorders like irregular heartbeat, slow heart rate, etc.
• You have serious kidney and liver function problems.
• You are pregnant (first trimester) or planning a pregnancy.
• You are taking any other medicine to treat malaria-like Quinine or Mefloquine, special medical observation is required.
• Your existing disease condition gets worsened after taking this medicine, immediate attention of a doctor is required.
• You are an HIV positive patient and taking medicines to treat HIV.
• You are using pills as contraceptive measures, you need to use an alternative method of contraception like condoms at least for a month.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to artemether and lumefantrine or any of the ingredients of the Nivaquine Lumart Tablet.
• If you have a serious malarial infection with impaired body functions like difficulty in breathing, fits, kidney brain and liver-related problems.
• If you have a family history of heart disease.
• If you are taking medicines such as Flecainide, Metoprolol, Imipramine, Amitriptyline, Clomipramine, Terfenadine, Astemizole or Cisapride.
• If you have heart diseases like irregular heart rhythm or heart failure.
• If you have an imbalance of electrolytes in your body due to fluid loss.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Cough
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Muscle or joint pain

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Never take medicines like Clarithromycin, Ciprofloxacin, Fluconazole, Terfenadine, Flecainide, Cisapride with Nivaquine Lumart Tablet as it can lead to serious heart problems.
• Medicines like Metoprolol, Imipramine, Amitriptyline, Clomipramine, anti-malarial medicines like Mefloquine, Quinine should not be taken with this medicine.
• If you have taken a Nivaquine Lumart Tablet, Rifampin, Carbamazepine and Phenytoin should not be taken for at least one month.
• Medicines used to treat HIV infection (antiretroviral) like Ritonavir, Nevirapine or Efavirenz.
• You should not take a Nivaquine Lumart Tablet if you have taken Halofantrine - an anti-malarial medicine, within a month.
• Nivaquine Lumart Tablet interferes with the way oral contraceptive medication work. Thus it is advised to use alternative physical contraceptive measures like condoms during the treatment and at least one month post-treatment.
• Antifungal medicines like Ketoconazole.
• Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.

Interactions with food items

Grapefruit juice should be avoided during the treatment.

Storage and disposal

• Store Nivaquine Lumart Tablets below 30°C.
• Protect it from light and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can the use of the Nivaquine Lumart Tablet cause dizziness?

Yes, the use of Nivaquine Lumart can cause dizziness along with the desired effect, but not everyone gets them. If you experience this symptom, it is recommended to avoid driving or to perform any activity.

What is the Nivaquine Lumart Tablet used for?

Nivaquine Lumart Tablet is an anti-malarial medicine. It contains artemether and lumefantrine as their active ingredients. Nivaquine Lumart is used to treat malaria when other anti-malarial medicines are ineffective. This medicine kills all malaria-causing organisms.

Can the Nivaquine Lumart Tablet be used for dengue?

No, the Nivaquine Lumart Tablet should not be used to treat dengue. It is used to treat malarial infections caused by the malarial parasite.

Can I stop taking Nivaquine Lumart if I feel improvement in symptoms?

Keep taking this medicine even if your symptoms improve to help keep the disease under control as advised by your doctor for the specified duration. Otherwise, it may result in treatment failure and the infection might reoccur.