PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

• Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride 5 mg
• Montelukast Sodium 10 mg

Category / Class

• Antihistamine + Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist
• Anti-allergy medication
• Respiratory/allergy medicine

Use / Indications

Used for:

• Allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
• Sneezing
• Runny nose
• Nasal congestion
• Itchy nose and throat
• Watery/red eyes
• Seasonal allergies
• Perennial allergies
• Sometimes prescribed as an adjunct in asthma management and allergy-related airway inflammation.

Mechanism of Action

• Levocetirizine blocks histamine, reducing sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
• Montelukast blocks leukotrienes, reducing inflammation and swelling in the airways and nasal passages.

Direction of Use

Adults:

• Usually 1 tablet once daily, often taken in the evening or as prescribed.

Instructions:

• Can be taken with or without food.
• Swallow whole with water.
• Use regularly during allergy seasons for maximum benefit.

Common Side Effects

• Sleepiness/drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Sore throat
• Skin rash

Serious Side Effects

Seek medical attention if you develop:

• Severe allergic reaction
• Swelling of face or throat
• Difficulty breathing
• Severe skin rash
• Mood or behaviour changes
• Depression or suicidal thoughts (rare but important with montelukast)

Warnings

Do NOT use if:

• Allergic to levocetirizine, montelukast, or any ingredient in the tablet.

Important warnings:

• May cause drowsiness.
• Avoid alcohol if it increases sleepiness.
• Not intended for relief of an acute asthma attack.
• Use cautiously in patients with a history of psychiatric or mood disorders.

Drug Interactions

Use cautiously with:

• Alcohol
• Sleeping tablets
• Sedatives
• Anti-anxiety medicines
• Other antihistamines
• Certain epilepsy medicines (e.g., phenytoin, carbamazepine) that may affect montelukast levels.

Cautions

• Assess your response before driving or operating machinery.
• Use cautiously in kidney disease.
• Do not exceed the prescribed dose.
• Inform your doctor if you experience unusual mood changes, nightmares, anxiety, or depression.