Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for LEPROMINE 100MG CAP and its Constituents
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Technical Classification
- 10 Available Alternatives for LEPROMINE 100MG CAP
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Overview
LEPROMINE 100MG CAP is a Schedule H1 drug.LEPROMINE 100MG CAP is composed of: CLOFAZIMINE (100.0 MG)
This medication is an anti-inflammatory agent, prescribed for leprosy with other drugs. It is also used to treat reactions to anti leprosy drugs. It has been used investigationally in combination with other antimycobacterial drugs to treat Mycobacterium avium infections in AIDS patients. Clofazimine should be taken with food or milk. When this medicine is used to treat “flare-ups” of leprosy, it may be given with a cortisone-like medicine.
Usage
CLOFAZIMINE is generally used to treat: LeprosyFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
How Do I Take It?
LEPROMINE 100MG CAP is generally taken With Food.Precautions for LEPROMINE 100MG CAP and its Constituents
- It may cause dizziness, drowsiness. Do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
- It may cause a red to brownish black discoloration of skin, mucous membranes and secretions.
- Avoid direct sunlight, wear protective clothing, including a hat. Also, wear sunglasses.
- Caution needed for patients with GI symptoms, liver and kidney damage and during pregnancy.
Common Side-Effects
CLOFAZIMINE : Strange Taste, Eyes Dry Eyes, Eyes Sensitive To Light, Eyes Eye IrritationSerious Side-Effects
CLOFAZIMINE : Diarrhoea, Dry Skin, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Eyes DiscolorationRare Side-Effects
CLOFAZIMINE : Depression, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Yellow EyesTechnical Classification
CLOFAZIMINE is categorized as: LEPROSTATICS / ANTI-INFECTIVESAvailable Alternatives for LEPROMINE 100MG CAP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
CLOFAZ 100MG SOFTGEL | INR 26.25 for 10 SOFT GELATIN CAPSULES | CLOFAZIMINE 100.0 MG |
CLOFOZINE 100MG CAP | INR 204.28 for 100 CAPSULES | CLOFAZIMINE 100.0 MG |
HANSEPRAN 100MG CAP | INR 23.1 for 10 CAPSULES | CLOFAZIMINE 100.0 MG |
LEPROMINE 100MG CAP | INR 21.56 for 10 CAPSULES | CLOFAZIMINE 100.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
CLOFAZIMINE | CLOFAZIMINE | |
CLOFAZIMINE TAB | CLOFAZIMINE 50 MG | |
CLOFOZINE 50MG CAP | INR 124.33 for 100 CAPSULES | CLOFAZIMINE 50.0 MG |
FAZIM 50MG CAP | INR 14.36 for 10 CAPSULES | CLOFAZIMINE 50.0 MG |
HANSEPRAN 50MG CAP | INR 14.38 for 10 CAPSULES | CLOFAZIMINE 50.0 MG |
LEPROMINE 50MG CAP | INR 14.47 for 10 CAPSULES | CLOFAZIMINE 50.0 MG |