Lonart tabl. #18
Manufacturer: Bliss Pharma Limited , India
Composition: artemether 20.0 mg + lumefantrine 120.0 mg
What is Lonart 20/120 and what is it used for?
Lonart 20/120 is an oral suspension medication used to treat malaria in children.
How should Lonart 20/120 be administered?
Dosage depends on the child's weight; refer to the leaflet. Generally, it's given twice a day for three days, 8 hours apart, with fatty food.
What should be done if a child vomits within an hour of taking Lonart 20/120?
Repeat the dose immediately.
What are the main ingredients of Lonart 20/120 and how do they work?
Artemether and Lumefantrine. Artemether damages the parasite, while Lumefantrine interferes with its processes.
Are there any contraindications or precautions for using Lonart 20/120?
Contraindicated in individuals with hypersensitivity to the ingredients. Caution advised with patients taking QT-prolonging drugs or predisposed to arrhythmias. Not to be used during breastfeeding.
What are the potential side effects of Lonart 20/120?
Rash, trouble sleeping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and coughing. Rarely, liver enzyme elevation and decreased reticulocyte count.
How should Lonart 20/120 be stored and how long is the reconstituted suspension good for?
Unopened: dry place below 30°C, protected from light. Reconstituted: refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) for up to 7 days.
Can resistance to Lonart 20/120 develop?
Resistance to Artemether is rare. If recrudescence occurs, a new three-day treatment is recommended.
What is the importance of taking Lonart 20/120 with fatty food?
It enhances the absorption of Lumefantrine.
Can Lonart 20/120 be used during pregnancy?
Generally avoided, but a physician may consider it in life-threatening situations like cerebral malaria. However, it is designed for children, making this scenario unlikely.
What is the price of Lonart tabl. #18?
The price of Lonart tabl. #18 is ₦ 875.00, exclusively for online orders through the Intaila mobile application