L Montus Syrup 60ml

Levocetirizine belongs to a class of drugs called antihistamine or anti-allergic. It treats sneezing, runny nose, and allergic skin due to various allergies and hay fever (seasonal allergy). An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body.

These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever, pollen or pet dander. One of the main symptoms of allergy is cough, and it acts as a reflex action in the throat when there is any mucus or foreign irritant entry in the respiratory system.

L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml is a combination of anti-allergic drugs, consists of two medicines: Levocetirizine and Montelukast, primarily used in the treatment of allergic symptoms. Levocetirizine blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions.

It helps provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist, which blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose. Collectively, both of them help to improve symptoms and relieve allergic symptoms.

L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml. You may experience nausea, skin rash, diarrhea, vomiting, dry mouth, headache, skin rash, and fatigue in some cases.

Most of these side effects of L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Consume only if the doctor prescribes it. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not take L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml if you are allergic to levocetirizine or montelukast, or have severe liver or kidney problems, have epilepsy.

Check with your doctor if you’re pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. If you are taking any pain killers or any other allergy medication, please inform your doctor before starting L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml.

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Uses of L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml

Seasonal allergies, Sneezing, Runny nose

Medicinal Benefits

L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml is an anti-allergic medication which contains Levocetirizine and Montelukast. Levocetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergy) which blocks the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) naturally involved in allergic reactions. Thus it helps provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness.

On the other hand, Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist, which blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose and lungs, making it easy to breathe. Collectively, both of them help to improve symptoms and treat a broad range of allergic condition, thereby minimizing its symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, coughing, watery eyes etc.

Directions for Use

L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Always take L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water; if required, tablets can be broken in half to give a smaller dose.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml

Like all medicines, L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. You may observe common side effects such as nausea, skin rash, diarrhea, vomiting, dry mouth, headache, skin rash, fatigue.

Most of the side effects of L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent or if you experience any other side-effect continuously while taking L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml, reach out to your doctor.

What is Levocetirizine for:

This medication is an antihistamine, prescribed for allergic conditions.

How does Levocetirizine work:

It blocks histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.

How should Levocetirizine be used:

It comes as a tablet, syrup to take by mouth with or without food. Adult: Oral- 2.5-5 mgday in the evening. Max: 5 mgday.

Common side effects of Levocetirizine :

Feeling lightheaded, sleepy, having blurred eyesight, or a change in thinking clearly. Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert or have clear eyesight until you see how this drug affects you. Dry mouth. Good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. See a dentist often.

What do I do if I miss a dose

Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.

What precautions should I take when taking Levocetirizine :

Do not give to a child who has kidney disease. If you have an allergy to levocetirizine, cetirizine, or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have very bad kidney disease. If you are breast-feeding.

When do I need to seek medical help

If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Feeling very tired or weak. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.

Can I take Levocetirizine with other medicines:

Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. – Taking them together can cause bad side effects. – Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.

Are there any food restrictions

Avoid Alcohol

How do I store Levocetirizine :

Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. – Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.

Pregnancy Category

Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

Therapeutic Classification

Antihistamines & Antiallergics

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you have kidney problems, dose adjustment might be required; the doctor will do it depending upon your disease’s condition. Please inform your doctor if you have a problem passing urine and have epilepsy (fits) before starting L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml. If you are supposed to undergo skin testing, the doctor might advise you to stop taking L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml 72 hours before the test as it decreases response to skin prick test.

Patients should be cautioned against getting engaged in work that required too much mental alertness, like operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle after intake of L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml. If you experience aggression, anxiety, or depression after taking L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml, please consult your doctor immediately. It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.

Concurrent use of L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided to reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml as it stopping abruptly may lead to an acute attack of asthma.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: This medicine may have an interaction with other anti-allergic drugs, pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac), blood thinners (aspirin), antifungals (fluconazole, miconazole, or voriconazole), heart medications (amiodarone).

Drug-Food Interaction: L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml may interact with a multi-mineral or other herbal/ayurvedic supplements, St. John’s wort plant (used for depression). So, if you are using any of the OTC items, please tell your doctor.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Patients affected with liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, and alcoholism should not take L Montus Oral Suspension 60 ml as it has severe interaction.