Treating certain conditions that cause your body to make too much stomach acid. It is also used to treat ulcers of the small intestine that have not responded to other treatment. It may be used as a short-term alternative to oral Lumaren, in patients who are not able to take medicine by mouth. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Lumaren is an H2-receptor blocker. It works by blocking the action of histamine in the stomach. This reduces the amount of acid the stomach makes. Reducing stomach acid helps to reduce heartburn, heal irritation of the esophagus, and heal ulcers of the stomach or intestines.
Important safety information:
Lumaren may rarely cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Lumaren with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Lumaren may interfere with certain lab tests, including urine protein tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking Lumaren.
Lab tests, including liver function, may be performed while you use Lumaren. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Lumaren should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 1 month old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Lumaren while you are pregnant. Lumaren is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Lumaren.
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Lumaren side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; change in the amount of urine produced; confusion; dark urine; depression; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or sore throat; hallucinations; severe or persistent headache or stomach pain; unusual bruising or bleeding; yellowing of the eyes or skin.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Lumaren - Frequently asked Questions
Can Lumaren be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Lumaren?
Use Lumaren as directed by your doctor. Check the Lumaren on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Lumaren is usually given as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Lumaren at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Lumaren. Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
Do not use Lumaren if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
You may take antacids while you are using Lumaren if you are directed to do so by your doctor.
Continue to use Lumaren even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Lumaren, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lumaren.
Who should not take Lumaren?
Some medical conditions may interact with Lumaren. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of kidney or liver problems
if you have abnormal blood electrolyte levels or a history of irregular heartbeat
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Lumaren. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Certain benzodiazepines, glipizide, procainamide, or warfarin because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Lumaren
Dasatinib, delavirdine, gefitinib, certain HIV protease inhibitors (eg, atazanavir), itraconazole, or ketoconazole because their effectiveness may be decreased by Lumaren
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Lumaren may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Lumaren be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Lumaren be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Lumaren, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Lumaren. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
One patient reported useful
How active was the Lumaren in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms? Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Useful percentage of users claimed the Lumaren were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
Patients
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Useful
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100.0%
Patient reported side effects
No survey data has been collected yet
Patient reported price estimates
No survey data has been collected yet
Two patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Lumaren? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Lumaren should take Twice in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients
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Twice in a day
2
100.0%
Seven patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Lumaren May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients
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101-200mg
7
100.0%
One patient reported time for results
How long will I use Lumaren before I begin to notice the effect? According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 2 days and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Lumaren. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Lumaren kindly click here
Patients
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2 days
1
100.0%
One patient reported administration
When is the best condition to take Lumaren: Before or after food? Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Lumaren is best taken at After food. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
Patients
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After food
1
100.0%
Six patients reported age
Patients
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16-29
3
50.0%
> 60
1
16.7%
46-60
1
16.7%
30-45
1
16.7%
Patient reviews
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