Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT

Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT is prescribed to relieve the symptoms like runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, sneezing, hives that are usually related to all-year-round as well as seasonal allergies. It can be used in the form of combination therapy, meaning you may be prescribed this drug along with other medications.

The medicine blocks histamine and leukotriene (natural substances). These are the body generates during the time of an allergic reaction. Thus this medication relieves you of the symptoms of the reaction.

It is used for the treatment of the symptoms that are associated with allergies, both seasonal and all-year-round. This medication can also be used to get relief from itching caused due to hives.

The dosage of this medicine depends on your age, the severity of your condition, medical history and your body’s reaction after the first dose. You should also keep in mind not to stop these medicines suddenly as there is a possibility that your symptoms may get worse.

The side effects of this medication can vary depending on the age group. The mild side effects do not stay long, but you can consult your doctor for a solution. There are some serious side effects though, that need immediate treatment, like:

• Allergic reactions, that can cause itching, swelling of your face or throat, or a rash
• Problems related to the kidney, like trouble in urinating, changes in your usual amount of urine or blood in urine
• Blurred vision
• Yellowing of your skin or the eyes
• Difficulty breathing
• Sudden mood changes like getting agitated, aggressive, having suicidal thoughts

This medication is known to cause drowsiness, especially in the initial hours. Refrain yourself from activities like driving or using machinery during this period. Also, avoid alcohol as it can further raise your risk of feeling drowsy.

• Allergic Rhinitis

• Utricaria

• Rhinitis

• Bronchospasm

• Other Allergic Conditions

• Allergy

• Kidney Disease

• Sleepiness

• Headache

• Blurred Vision

• Running Nose And Cough

• Dry Mouth

• Diarrhoea

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Difficulty In Passing Urine

• Drowsiness

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average of 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed within an hour of oral administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not known to cause any harmful effect on the fetus. There is a lack of conclusive evidence from clinical studies and hence benefits and risks should be weighed before usage. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in women who are breastfeeding as it can cause side effects for the baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  No, it is not safe to drive when under this medication, as it causes Drowsiness, Dizziness and even Fainting in some cases. The effects can last for a long time and hence you should not indulge in driving.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It is advised that you do not consume Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT when you are suffering from any kind of kidney related diseases. It can aggravate the existing conditions and turn it for worse. You must consult a doctor before consumption.

• Does this affect liver function?

  If you are suffering from liver diseases, then you must consume Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT only after consulting with a doctor. You need to closely monitor how your liver behaves post every intake of it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Infinair Ld 2.5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet Dt

  Pfizer Ltd

• Monlez Kid Tablet Dt

  Esmatrix Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

• Alerdain M Kid 2.5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet Dt

  Ordain Health Care Global Pvt Ltd

• Montair Lc Kid Tablet Dt

  Cipla Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, restlessness, and confusion. Supportive measures like gastric lavage might be initiated based on the severity of symptoms.

This medicine is a combination of levocetirizine and montelukast. They belong to the class of antihistamine and leukotriene receptor antagonist. Thus it works via dual mechanism.

Firstly, it selectively inhibits the peripheral H1 receptors thereby reducing the histamine levels in the body. And secondly, it antagonizes the action of leukotriene. It specifically acts on allergies caused in the stomach and intestine, blood vessels and airways leading to the lung.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol consumption should be limited during the course of treatment. The interaction of alcohol can lead to drowsiness, dizziness and even fainting in some cases.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT can interact with other medications negatively and can cause moderate or severe side effects. Alprazolam, carbamazepine, clobazam, fluconazole, phenytoin, codeine and phenobarbital are the major medicines that you should avoid if you are consuming Montek Lc tablets. You should consult a doctor to take an effective decision regarding the same.

• Interaction with Disease

  If you are already suffering from any allergies, kidney or liver-related diseases, then consumption of this medication can increase the severity of the conditions.

• Interaction with Food

  There is no known side effect with any kind of food when it comes to Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT.

• Ques : What is the use of Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT?

  Ans : This medication is used to treat and avoid allergic sign of illness associated with rhinitis and seasonal allergies. Running nose, sneezing, watery eyes, itching and hives are some of the symptoms of it. It is also can be used to treat allergic rhinitis appearing together.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT?

  Ans : Side effects include Headache, Stomach pain, Chest tightness, Joint pain, Difficulty in swallowing, Pus in urine, Indigestion, Skin rash, Heartburn, Nausea and Vomiting, Fever, Cough, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Blurred vision, Runny Nose, and Dry mouth.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT?

  Ans : Montina-L Tablet Dt should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : What is Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT?

  Ans : Montina-L is a medication which has Levocetirizine and Montelukast as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by making breathing easier by decreasing swelling in the airways, obstructing a natural substance that causes allergic reaction.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 to 3 days, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication.

• Ques : Should I use Montina-L 2.5Mg/4Mg Tablet DT empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.

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