Clofazimine: how to take it safely
Lamprene
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats leprosy, and some drug-resistant TB, alongside other medicines.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water, with food.
When to take it
Take it once a day, or as prescribed.
Take it with
With food or milk.
What to avoid
- Missing doses or stopping early.
- Tell your doctor if you have stomach, bowel or liver problems.
- Alcohol.
Possible side effects
Pink to brown-black skin colour, dry skin, stomach upset. The colour fades slowly after stopping.
Get help if
Severe stomach pain, vomiting, black stools, or yellow skin or eyes: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.