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Generic: clofazimine View All Brands Lamprene A leprostatic - It is used to treat leprosy				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What should I watch for while using this medicine? 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 side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue black, tarry stools burning pain in the abdomen changes in vision constipation, diarrhea depression dry, burning or itching eyes fever loss of appetite nausea, vomiting unusually weak or tired yellowing of the eyes or skin Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): discoloration of skin, tears, saliva, sweat, urine, or stools dizzy, drowsy, fatigue dry, scaly skin skin rash, itching stomach upset This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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