Generic Name - Clofazimine
Category - Antibacterial drug.
Indications
Leprosy.
Generic Lamprene is indicated in the treatment of Leprosy. Clofazimine kills a certain kind of bacteria that causes leprosy (Hansen's disease). Clofazimine (generic Lamprene) is an antiinfective medicine.
Generic for Lamprene Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Lamprene is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Lamprene should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
bowel problems
contact lens wearer
diarrhea
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Lamprene. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking the following.
Dapsone.
Generic for Lamprene Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericLamprene
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Lamprene for Leprosy is 100 mg daily in combination with one or more other antileprosy drugs for 3 years, followed by monotherapy with 100 mg of Lamprene daily.
Generic for Lamprene Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Lamprene side Effects include black, tarry stools,
dark yellow or brown urine, depression, dry, burning or itching eyes, stomach pain,
yellowing of the eyes or skin and unusual tiredness or weakness.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Lamprene.
Generic for Lamprene and Pregnancy
Generic Lamprene has not been studied in pregnant women. Although the skin of babies born to mothers who took clofazimine during pregnancy was deeply discolored, this medicine has not been shown to cause birth defects or other problems in humans. However, talk to your doctor and seek medical advice.
Generic for Lamprene and Breastfeeding
Generic Lamprene passes into the breast milk. Use is not recommended in nursing mothers.
Generic for Lamprene and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Lamprene in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Lamprene and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Lamprene in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Lamprene serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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