Product Introduction
Montegress LC 10mgg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces inflammation in the airways and make breathing easier.
Montegress LC 10mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, headache, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, and fatigue. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney disease.
Uses of Montegress Lc 10mg Tablet
Contraindications of Montegress Lc 10mg Tablet
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If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredient of this medicine like Levocetirizine, Cetirizine or Montelukast
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If you have kidney problems or undergoing dialysis
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If you are unable to digest lactose and glucose (galactose intolerance)
Side effects of Montegress Lc 10mg Tablet
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Headache
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Stomach pain
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Dry mouth
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Tiredness or weakness
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Cough
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Sleepiness
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Blocked or runny nose
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Dizziness or drowsiness
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Rash
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Fever
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Indigestion or dyspepsia
Precautions and Warnings of Montegress Lc 10mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
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You are taking medicines for allergies (corticosteroids) like Prednisone and Prednisolone
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You are already taking painkillers like aspirin as it can increase the risk of asthma
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You experience a rash or breathing difficulty
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You are suffering from psychiatric illness
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This medicine can cause anxiety, aggression, lack of sleep and suicidal thoughts. In case you experience any of these, immediately inform your doctor
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You are suffering from a genetic disorder called phenylketonuria
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You are not able to empty the bladder completely
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This medicine is not meant for relief from acute asthma, use your inhaler for asthma relief in acute attack
Mode of Action of Montegress Lc 10mg Tablet
How Does It Work?
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Montelukast blocks certain natural substances called leukotrienes which may cause allergies. It reduces swelling, relaxes airways and helps to make breathing easier
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Levocetirizine blocks histamine, a natural substance, which is produced by the body during allergic reactions
Directions for Use of Montegress Lc 10mg Tablet
Interactions of Montegress Lc 10mg Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
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This medicine contains Levocetirizine and Montelukast. Any interaction which is seen with any of these two components when taken alone may occur with this combination too
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Medicines used to treat fits or epilepsy like Phenytoin
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Medicines used to treat anxiety or sleeplessness (CNS depressants) like Phenobarbital
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Medicines used to treat tuberculosis like Rifampicin
Interactions with food items
Storage and disposal of Montegress Lc 10mg Tablet
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Store this medicine below 30°C
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Try to protect it from light and moisture
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Keep it away from the reach of children
Dosage of Montegress Lc 10mg Tablet
Overdose
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Symptoms of overdose include drowsiness, aggression, restlessness, thirst and headache
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In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital
Missed a Dose
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If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember
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If it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule
- Do not take a double dose of Medicine to Compensate for the missed one.
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