LEPROMINE 100MG CAP

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: Leprosy

Frequently 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 Irritation

Serious Side-Effects

CLOFAZIMINE : Diarrhoea, Dry Skin, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Eyes Discoloration

Rare Side-Effects

CLOFAZIMINE : Depression, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Technical Classification

CLOFAZIMINE is categorized as: LEPROSTATICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for LEPROMINE 100MG CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CLOFAZ 100MG SOFTGELINR 26.25 for 10 SOFT GELATIN CAPSULESCLOFAZIMINE 100.0 MG
CLOFOZINE 100MG CAPINR 204.28 for 100 CAPSULESCLOFAZIMINE 100.0 MG
HANSEPRAN 100MG CAPINR 23.1 for 10 CAPSULESCLOFAZIMINE 100.0 MG
LEPROMINE 100MG CAPINR 21.56 for 10 CAPSULESCLOFAZIMINE 100.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CLOFAZIMINECLOFAZIMINE
CLOFAZIMINE TABCLOFAZIMINE 50 MG
CLOFOZINE 50MG CAPINR 124.33 for 100 CAPSULESCLOFAZIMINE 50.0 MG
FAZIM 50MG CAPINR 14.36 for 10 CAPSULESCLOFAZIMINE 50.0 MG
HANSEPRAN 50MG CAPINR 14.38 for 10 CAPSULESCLOFAZIMINE 50.0 MG
LEPROMINE 50MG CAPINR 14.47 for 10 CAPSULESCLOFAZIMINE 50.0 MG