WHAT IS Lamprene/Clofazimine?

CLOFAZIMINE/Lamprene is an anti-infective medicine. It is used to treat leprosy. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

WHERE SHOULD I KEEP Lamprene/Clofazimine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

HOW SHOULD I USE Lamprene/Clofazimine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take with meals. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Take all of your medicine as directed even if you think you are better. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine early.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

WHAT SHOULD I WATCH FOR WHILE USING Lamprene/Clofazimine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress.

This medicine can color your skin from pink or red to brownish-black. It will also discolor your sweat, tears, urine, and stool. It may stain soft contact lenses. The darker skin color will go away. It may take months to years to fade after you stop taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor or health care professional about this if it causes you concern or makes you feel depressed.

Your skin may get dry and scaly. Applying oil may help.

This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths.

WHAT MAY INTERACT WITH Lamprene/Clofazimine?

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This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

WHAT SIDE EFFECTS MAY I NOTICE FROM Lamprene/Clofazimine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• yellowing of the eyes or skin
• black, tarry stools
• unusually weak or tired
• depression
• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• loss of appetite
• burning pain in the abdomen
• constipation, diarrhea
• nausea, vomiting
• dry, burning or itching eyes
• changes in vision
• fever

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• stomach upset
• discoloration of skin, tears, saliva, sweat, urine, or stools
• skin rash, itching
• dizzy, drowsy, fatigue
• dry, scaly skin

This list may not describe all possible side effects.

WHAT SHOULD I TELL MY HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS BEFORE I TAKE Lamprene/Clofazimine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• breast-feeding
• stomach problems, pain or bleeding
• wear contact lenses
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• an unusual or allergic reaction to clofazimine/Lamprene , other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives
• diarrhea

What is the shelf life of the pills?

• The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.