Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet

Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet 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

• Other Allergic Conditions

• Bronchospasm

• Allergy

• Kidney Disease

• Sleepiness

• Blurred Vision

• Running Nose And Cough

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Difficulty In Passing Urine

• 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 administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  It is best to consult a doctor before consuming it during pregnancy.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medicine is suggested to be ignored by breastfeeding mothers.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Levosiz-M Tablet

  Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Solitair Tablet

  Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd

• Salphyllin M 5 mg/10 mg Tablet

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Lit M Tablet

  Omenta Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Montized-L 5mg/10mg Tablet

  Zota Health care Ltd

• Lecitra M Tablet

  Triglobal Bioscience Pvt Ltd

• Levonair 5mg/10mg Tablet

  Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Lerzin M Tablet

  Galpha Laboratories Ltd

• Levodec M Tablet

  Axis Labs Pvt Ltd

• Levocet M Tablet

  Hetero Drugs Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

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 Medicine

  Medicine

  The drug interacts with alprazolam, carbamazepine, clobazam, fluconazole, phenytoin, codeine and phenobarbital.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Patients suffering from liver disease should use some other safer alternative.

• Ques : What is Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Respicure tablet is a medication which has Levocetirizine and Montelukast as active ingredients present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the release of Leukotriene (chemical messengers) in the brain.

• Ques : What are the uses of Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Respicure m 5mg 10mg is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions of nasal congestion and common cold symptoms.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Diarrhea, vomiting, mouth dryness, headache, skin rashes, sleepiness, nausea and flu-like symptoms are possible side effects.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Respicure should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : Should I use Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The onset of action of this medication will not alter in any way whether on taking it pre-meal or post-meal.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : Generally, the time period to use this medication is around 3 days to 1 week to make an improvement in the condition.

• Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

  Ans : You can follow your normal diet under the usage of this medication.

• Ques : Will Respicure M 5Mg/10Mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : Excess usage of this medication can trigger side effects.

• Levocetirizine hydrochloride mixture with montelukast- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 23 January 2020]. Available from:

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• Montelukast Sodium- Daily Med [Internet]. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 23 January 2020]. Available from:

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• Levocetirizine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 23 January 2020]. Available from:

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