Description
Montelukast Sodium & Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Syrup belongs to a class of drugs called antihistamines or anti-allergics. It treats sneezing, runny nose, and allergic skin conditions 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 aspects are referred to as ‘allergens.’ It is worth noting that the allergic state differs from one individual to another. Dieters may be sensitive to specific types of foods or have seasonal problems such as hay fever, pollen or pet dandruff. Cough is one of the most typical signs of allergy, which is an involuntary reaction of the throat when there is the presence of mucus or any other foreign particle in the respiratory tract.
Montelukast Sodium & Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Syrup is a drug meant for allergy patients that contains two definite medicines named Levocetirizine and Montelukast. Levocetirizine interferes with the action of histamine which is a chemical messenger at work during the prevalence of allergy. It also assists in the management of allergy-related ailments for instance; sneezing, running nose, watering eyes, itchy feelings, inflammation and narrowing of the air passages, and stiffness. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist acting as a blocker of a certain chemical messenger (leukotriene) and preventing inflammation and swelling in the nasal passages. Altogether, both of them work to enhance the signs and even alleviate the allergic indications.
Medical Benefits
- Levocetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergy) that blocks the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) naturally involved in allergic reactions. Thus, it helps relieve 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 and lungs, making it easy to breathe.
- Collectively, both of them help to improve symptoms and treat a broad range of allergic conditions, thereby minimizing symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, coughing, watery eyes etc.
Dirеctions For Usе
- Shake the syrup bottle well before use.
- Follow thе rеcommеndеd dosagе as providеd by your hеalthcarе profеssional using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.
Storagе
- Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight or hеat.
- Ensurе thе bottle is tightly sеalеd aftеr еach usе to maintain thе frеshnеss and еffеctivеnеss of thе supplеmеnts.
- Kееp Montelukast Sodium & Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Syrup out of rеach of childrеn to prеvеnt accidеntal ingеstion.
Precautions
- Consult before taking it as this syrup may have an interaction with other anti-allergic drugs, painkillers (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac), blood thinners (aspirin), antifungals (fluconazole, miconazole, or voriconazole), heart medications (amiodarone).
- This medicine is not recommended for children below two years of age without the doctor’s consent.
- Do not take alcohol while taking this medicine as it leads to excessive drowsiness.
- It should be used with caution while driving as it may interfere with driving capabilities. You may feel drowsy or sleepy after taking this syrup.
- Patients affected with liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, and alcoholism should not take Montelukast Sodium & Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Syrup as it has severe interaction.
Side Effects
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Fatigue (Weakness)
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this medicine a sedative?
It is a medical drug which is used to treat allergies. It often does not cause drowsiness, but it might cause some patients to feel sleepy during the day if they take it. If it happens, it is advisable to take it at night to avoid causing much interference with the normal working of the body.
If I can’t have sugar, can I use this composition?
No, if you cannot use sugar, it is advisable not to take this medicine at all. They always recommend to a medical practitioner first in order not to react dangerously.
Will this syrup work for a fever?
No, it will not work for such a common fever and that’s why you need some warm water and sugar. Allergy is the main reason to use it, especially during a hay fever season.
