Description
Montelukast Sodium and Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets are available with branding “LEVAZIN-M” and It is indicated to relieve and/or prevent allergic rhinitis (perennial and seasonal) symptoms. It is also indicated to treat asthma-associated rhinitis and urticaria. An allergy is a reaction of your body’s immune system to something foreign, which is usually harmless to your body.
Montelukast Sodium and Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets have Montelukast and Levocetirizine. Montelukast inhibits a chemical transmitter known as leukotriene to lessen inflammation as well as swelling of the nose. Levocetirizine inhibits histamine action, an entity that is liable for allergic signs and symptoms. Combined action of Montelukast+levocetirizine results in.
Uses
- Allergic Rhinitis: It is beneficial to treat allergic rhinitis, hay fever symptoms such as sneezing, a runny or itchy nose, and itchy eyes.
- Asthma Control: It is also useful in controlling asthma symptoms through reduced airway inflammation; it is mainly administered as long-term medication.
- Seasonal Allergies: It alleviates allergy signs, especially when pollen seasons or particular allergens approach.
- Treating Urticaria: It can treat chronic urticaria (hives), which causes itching and swelling due to allergic reactions.
Medical Benefits
- This is the best allergy medicine to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny or stuffed-up nose, watery eyes from seasonal allergy (hay fever) or year-round allergy (perennial allergy).
- It reduces rhinitis inflammation and airway constriction in patients with allergic rhinitis as well as asthma.
- Helps to relieve allergy symptoms triggered by substances like pollen, dust, or pet dander.
- Helps to relieve the symptoms of chronic hives (urticaria) such as itching, redness.
- Reduces allergy mediator risk through inhibition of the activity of chemical transmitters such as histamine and leukotriene.
Directions of Use
- Swallow Take Montelukast Sodium and Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets with or without food as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
- It is recommended to consume it daily and follow your doctor’s instructions regarding dosage and duration.
- Take the tablet whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush or chew, or split it.
Storage
- Keep it out of reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion.
- Place this medicine out of the reach of children.
- Store it away from direct sunlight or hot temperatures.
Precautions
- It can have an interaction with some other anti-allergic medications, pain relievers (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac), and anticoagulants (aspirin). So, it must be administered after medical consultation.
- You should not drink alcohol when taking this medicine, as it leads to drowsiness.
- This drug is to be used by expectant and nursing women only under medical supervision.
- It is to be consumed with precaution when driving as it can affect driving abilities.
- Montelukast Sodium and Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets must be avoided in patients having severe renal impairment.
- This medicine is not suitable to be given to children below two years without our doctor’s permission.
Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Abdominal Pain
- Fatigue
- Skin rash
- Headache
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use this medicine along with other medicines?
You should consult your physician before taking this medicine along with these drugs. This will prevent adverse interactions.
What happens if I take more than the prescribed dose?
You must never do more than is prescribed by a doctor. You can have severe side effects from an overdose.
What should I do if I have taken an overdose of this medicine?
Get medical help right away if you have been taking more than the prescribed dosage of this medicine.
Can this composition cause dry mouth?
Yes, this drug can make your mouth dry as a side effect.
Can I stop this tablet when I feel better?
No, do not take this medicine without your doctor’s advice. Take it regularly as directed, even if you feel better. Take it as long as is prescribed.
Does it lower a fever?
No, it will not reduce fever. This is an allergic drug that is indicated against allergic disorders like hay fever.
Is this medication safe to use when having an asthma attack?
No, this medication is not to relieve asthmatic attacks. This medication is just to treat allergic disorders. Always consult your physician for asthmatic disorders.
