Lotem Suspension 200 mg /250 mg Suspension
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Indicated for fever and mild to moderate pain relief.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 5-10 ml every 4 hours, max 6 doses/24h. Children 2-12 years: 2.5-10 ml 3-4 times daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 30 mins, Duration: 6-8 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding due to risks of fetal renal dysfunction.
Key Drug Interactions
- Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding with NSAIDs
- Enhanced anticoagulant effects
- Increased hepatotoxicity with certain medications
Contraindications
- Impaired hepatic and renal function
- Peptic ulceration
- Active/recurrent hemorrhage
- Hypersensitivity to NSAIDs
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
Counselling Points
- Take with sufficient water after meals
- Do not exceed recommended dosage
- Consult doctor if no relief after 10 days
Serious warnings
- Risk of severe liver damage in overdose
- Serious skin reactions reported
- Caution in cardiovascular disease
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