Monlevo Tablet

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.

Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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.

Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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 Monlevo Tablet 10’s. You may experience nausea, skin rash, diarrhea, vomiting, dry mouth, headache, skin rash, and fatigue in some cases.

Most of these side effects of Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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 Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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 Monlevo Tablet 10’s.

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Uses of Monlevo Tablet 10’s

Seasonal allergies, Sneezing, Runny nose

Medicinal Benefits

Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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

Monlevo Tablet 10’s should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Always take Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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.

WHAT IS MONLEVO?

MONLEVO contains active ingredients Levocetirizine and Montelukast
Levocetirizine is an antiallergic agent
Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks substances called leukotrienes

BENEFITS OF MONLEVO TABLET

In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Monlevo Tablet is a combination medicine that provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

In Treatment of Hay fever

Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. The only difference is that in hay fever, these symptoms are not produced due to a virus but are simply allergic responses of our body to allergens (allergy causing agents such as pollen). Monlevo Tablet is used to provide relief from these symptoms of hay fever.

It works by blocking the release of the chemical substance responsible for producing such allergy symptoms. Monlevo Tablet is a safe medicine which helps treat hay fever and makes us feel at ease.

In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Monlevo Tablet is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment. It reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant.

It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. Keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

WHAT MONLEVO IS USED FOR?

It is used to,

Treat symptoms associated with allergic conditions, such as hay fever, year-round allergies such as dust or pet allergies, chronic nettle rash
Improve symptoms of asthma and helps to control asthma

WARNING AND PRECAUTIONS:

TALK TO DOCTOR

Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine, if you:

Are allergic to Levocetirizine or Montelukast or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine
Suffer from severe kidney failure
Suffer from epilepsy or are in any other way at risk of suffering with fits

PREGNANCY & BREAST FEEDING

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking MONLEVO

CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS

MONLEVO is not recommended in children less than 6 years
Consult your doctor for advice before taking MONLEVO

DRIVING & USING MACHINES

In some patients MONLEVO may cause drowsiness, tiredness and exhaustion
If you experience any of these symptoms, then do not drive or operate any machines

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor if you are taking,

Anti-asthma medicines
Aspirin or anti-inflammatory medicines
Phenobarbital or phenytoin, used for treatment of epilepsy
Rifampicin, used to treat tuberculosis and some other infections

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

Always take MONLEVO exactly as your doctor has told you
You should swallow the tablet whole with water
If you suffer from mild to moderate kidney failure, your doctor may prescribe a lower dose according to the severity of your kidney disease
The duration of treatment depends on the type, duration and course of the complaints

If you take more MONLEVO

If you have taken more MONLEVO than you should, you may experience the following symptoms: confusion, diarrhoea, dizziness, fatigue, headache, feeling unwell, dilation of the pupils, itching, restlessness, drowsiness, sleepiness, fast heartbeat, shaking and difficulty passing urine, Contact your doctor immediately

If you forget to take MONLEVO

Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose
Skip the missed dose and take the next tablet at the usual time

If you stop taking MONLEVO

Consult your doctor before you stop taking this medication

STORAGE:

Keep out of the reach of children
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
Store at room temperature (15-25°C)

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 Monlevo Tablet 10’s. If you are supposed to undergo skin testing, the doctor might advise you to stop taking Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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 Monlevo Tablet 10’s. If you experience aggression, anxiety, or depression after taking Monlevo Tablet 10’s, 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 Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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 Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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: Monlevo Tablet 10’s 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 Monlevo Tablet 10’s as it has severe interaction.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Some anti-inflammatory compounds in ginger can relax membranes in the airways, which could reduce coughing.

The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.

To stay fit and safe, try to sleep 7-9 hours each night.

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.

Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Special Advise

Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.