Lorfast Mt Tablet

Lorfast Mt 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

• Perennial Allergic Rhinitis

• Rhinitis

• Other Allergic Conditions

• Bronchospasm

• Allergy

• Kidney Disease

• Sleepiness

• Headache

• Blurred Vision

• Running Nose And Cough

• Dry Mouth

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Difficulty In Passing Urine

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication 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. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Lorfast Mt 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

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of an overdose, doctor should be consulted immediately.

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

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  This medication reacts with Gemfibrozil, Phenobarbital, Phenytoin, Rifampin, Ritonavir, Theophylline.

• Ques : What is the use of Lorfast Mt Tablet?

  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 : At what frequency do I need to use Lorfast Mt Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Lorfast Mt Tablet?

  Ans : This tablet 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 Lorfast Mt Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : As this medication is for external use, the action of salts involved in this medication does not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Lorfast Mt Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 to 2 weeks, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

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

  Ans : If you are under the usage of medication, It is recommended to avoid grapefruit juice.

• Ques : Will Lorfast Mt Tablet be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?

  Ans : There is no need to take this medication more than its recommended doses. Taking overdosage of this medication may trigger side effects.

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

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