Lamprene
Lamprene is clofazimine 50mg capsules, an antibiotic used in the multi-drug treatment of leprosy and the skin reactions that can come with it.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per capsule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50mg | 30 capsules | $91.20 | $3.04 |
| 50mg | 60 capsules | $147.60 | $2.46 |
| 50mg | 90 capsules | $203.40 | $2.26 |
| 50mg | 120 capsules | $264.00 | $2.20 |
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Clofazimine
- Route
- Oral
- Form
- Capsule
- Strengths
- 50mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
Shipped in a discreet, unmarked envelope.
Details
- Conditions
- Leprosy
- Therapeutic Class
- Antimyco-bacterial
- Pharmacological Class
- Iminophenazine dye
- Minor Side Effects
- Skin discolouration (reddish/brown), Dry skin
- Moderate Side Effects
- Stomach discomfort
- Dosage Forms
- Capsule
- Administration Route
- Oral
- Originator
- Novartis
- Onset Time
- Gradual
- Duration
- Continuous
- Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature.
What you will receive
Lamprene is the originator brand name, made by Novartis. We use it to identify the medicine; the pack you receive is a generic equivalent, not the original Lamprene.
- The same active ingredient (Clofazimine) at the same strength.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock when your order ships.
FAQ
Which Lamprene pack sizes can I order?
Lamprene comes as 50mg capsules in packs of 30, 60, 90 or 120. This is generic clofazimine, not the original Lamprene. Larger packs cost less per capsule.
Is the Lamprene parcel discreet?
Yes, every Lamprene order ships in plain, unbranded packaging with nothing on the outside about the contents. Delivery is by tracked courier, which takes 5 to 9 business days and includes online tracking. Support answers 24/7 in English and Cantonese by live chat.
How long is Lamprene taken for?
For leprosy, clofazimine is taken as part of a combination of antibiotics for one to two years. The exact length depends on the type of leprosy and how it responds. Stopping early can let the infection come back, so the full course matters.
Does the skin colour change from Lamprene go away?
It fades slowly after the course ends, often over several months, but it may not disappear completely, especially on already dark skin. The colour is harmless and is not a sign that the medicine is damaging your skin.
Can I take Lamprene with food?
Yes. Swallow the capsule whole with water, and take it with a meal if it upsets your stomach. Do not chew or open the capsule. Taking it at roughly the same time each day makes a long course easier to remember.
Is Lamprene used on its own for leprosy?
No. Clofazimine is one part of multidrug therapy, along with antibiotics such as dapsone and rifampicin. Using several antibiotics together treats the infection more effectively and lowers the chance of resistance. Clofazimine also helps control ENL, the painful reaction that can flare during treatment.
What is ENL?
Erythema nodosum leprosum is a painful reaction that can happen when the immune system reacts to dead bacteria during leprosy treatment. It causes tender red lumps under the skin, fever and joint pain. Clofazimine is used both to treat leprosy and to calm these reactions.
About Lamprene
What Lamprene is used for
Leprosy (Hansen's disease) is a slow-growing bacterial infection that mainly affects the skin and nerves. It can cause patches of skin that lose feeling, enlarged nerves and, if it is not treated, lasting damage to hands, feet and face. Clofazimine is one of the antibiotics used to treat it, always alongside other antibiotics and for a long course — usually one to two years. Lamprene is the 50mg capsule form of clofazimine sold here. It is also used to calm erythema nodosum leprosum (ENL), a painful reaction that can happen during leprosy treatment, when the immune system flares against the bacteria.
Why the colour change happens
Clofazimine is a dye-like medicine, and it builds up in fatty tissue and skin. Most people notice their skin darkens to a reddish-brown or blackish colour, and urine, sweat and tears can take on the same tone. This is expected, not a sign of harm, and it usually fades after the course ends — though it can take months. The colour change can be upsetting, especially if your skin is already dark. Sunlight can make skin sensitivity worse, so covering up and using sunscreen helps.
Staying with a course that lasts a year or more
Leprosy bacteria multiply very slowly, which is why treatment runs for months on end and why skipped days matter. One capsule a day is the usual pattern: swallow it whole with water, and have it with a meal if it turns your stomach. Skin patches often look better well before the course is over; carry on anyway until the end.
Side effects worth knowing
Along with the colour change, dry or itchy skin, a rash, nausea, diarrhoea and stomach upset are common. Some people get sore, irritated eyes. Serious problems are rare but need attention: severe stomach pain with vomiting and a swollen abdomen can mean a bowel obstruction; yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine or unusual tiredness can point to liver trouble. Both need hospital care. Clofazimine can also make the skin more sensitive to sunlight.
Keeping the capsules
Store Lamprene capsules in their original pack, somewhere dry and below 30°C. Keep them out of reach of children. Do not use them after the expiry date.
Sources
- About Leprosy (Hansen's Disease) - CDC — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Leprosy - Healthdirect — Healthdirect Australia