Montu-L Tablet

Montu-L 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

• Hives

• Itching

• Allergy

• Kidney Disease

• Liver Disorder

• Sleepiness

• Headache

• Blurred Vision

• Running Nose And Cough

• Dry Mouth

• Diarrhoea

• 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 tablet can be observed within an hour of oral administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women should not use this medication before consulting the doctor.

• 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.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Montu-L 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?

  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?

  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

  Medicine

  This medication interacts with Carbamazepine, Clobazam, Fluconazole, Phenytoin, Codeine and others.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication interacts with Liver disease, Kidney disease.

• Ques : What is Montu-L Tablet?

  Ans : Montu-L Tablet belongs to the drug group called antihistamine that can help to relieve the symptoms like a runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, sneezing, hives. It contains Levocetirizine and Montelukast as active ingredients.

• Ques : What are the uses of Montu-L Tablet?

  Ans : Montu tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like swelling and narrowing of the muscles in the airways, the build-up of the fluid in the lungs.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Montu-L Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include cough, diarrhea, earache or ear infection, fever, and flu.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Montu-L Tablet?

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

• Ques : How long do I need to use Montu-L Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This tablet takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Montu-L Tablet?

  Ans : Tablet should not be used if you have the conditions such as Kidney Disease, Bladder Infection, Bladder Cancer, Liver Disease, Allergy, Phenylketonuria (PKU), and Drug Allergy.

• Ques : Is Montu-L Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Montu-L Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects such as cough, diarrhea, earache or ear infection, fever, flu, headache, inflamed nasal passages, lung infection, runny nose, sinus infection, sore throat, and stomach pain.

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