Montukast LA Tablet 5mg/10mg is a combination of two medicines: Levocetirizine and Montelukast, which relieves sneezing and runny nose due to allergies. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms.
Dose
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Montukast La Tablet 5mg/10mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Precaution
- You have been prescribed Montukast La Tablet 5mg/10mg to help relieve symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and cough.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Montukast La Tablet 5mg/10mg can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking Montukast La Tablet 5mg/10mg as it may cause increased sleepiness.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Stop taking Montukast La Tablet 5mg/10mg at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
