All Details About Monrex LC Tablet
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Monrex LC Tablet
Description:
Monrex LC 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. Monrex LC Tablet is a combination of anti-allergic drugs, consisting of two medicines: Levocetirizine and Montelukast, primarily used to treat allergic symptoms. Levocetirizine blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as 'histamine,' which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. 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. Collectively, both of them help to improve symptoms and relieve allergic symptoms.
Monrex LC 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
Uses:
- Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
- Treatment of Hay fever
- Treatment of Allergic skin conditions
Directions For Use:
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. Monrex LC Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Monrex LC
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Sleepiness
- Vomiting
Warning & Precautions:
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you have kidney problems, dose adjustment might be required; the doctor will do it depending upon your disease's condition. Please inform your doctor if you have a problem passing urine and have epilepsy (fits) before starting Monrex LC Tablet. If you are supposed to undergo skin testing, the doctor might advise you to stop taking Monrex LC Tablet 72 hours before the test as it decreases response to skin prick test. Patients should be cautioned against getting engaged in work that requires too much mental alertness, like operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle after intake of Monrex LC Tablet. Please consult your doctor immediately if you experience aggression, anxiety, or depression after taking Monrex LC Tablet. It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you. Concurrent use of Monrex LC Tablet with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided to reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking the Monrex LC Tablet as it stopping abruptly may lead to an acute attack of asthma.
Driving
Monrex LC Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
Monrex LC Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Monrex LC Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Monrex LC Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
Monrex LC Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Monrex LC Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Monrex LC Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Monrex LC Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Monrex LC Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
Monrex LC Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby
FAQs:
Q. Can the use of Montek LC Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?
Yes, the most common side effect of Montek LC Tablet is sleepiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention unless your doctor says that you may do so. Do not drink alcohol or take other central nervous system depressants, such as cough and cold medicines. Also avoid taking certain pain relief medicines and medicines that help you sleep as they can lead to severe drowsiness or can worsen it, causing falls or accidents.
Q. Can Montek LC Tablet be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?
No, Montek LC Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any side effects of this medicine or the symptoms of allergy are worsened, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Q. Can the use of Montek LC Tablet cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of Montek LC Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.
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