INTRODUCTION ABOUT MONTAIR LC KID TABLET

MONTAIR LC KID TABLET is used in children for the management of signs and symptoms of allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, nasal itching, red, watery or itchy eyes, throat irritation, cough, headache and tiredness), chronic idiopathic urticaria (allergic skin reaction with red raised itchy bumps on skin) and bronchial asthma.

It contains a combination of two medicines namely, Levocetirizine and Montelukast which effectively reduces the allergic reactions triggered in your body. Use MONTAIR LC KID TABLET under medical supervision. Usually, it is prescribed for 14-15 days or for more duration based on your child’s health condition. Therefore, follow the dosing schedule appropriately to effectively control the triggers to allergic responses.

Before administering this medicine to your child, inform your doctor if your child has any kidney problems, history of asthma as a precaution. It is ideal for use in children (aged between 2-12 years).

The most common side effects of taking MONTAIR LC KID TABLET are upper respiratory tract infection, fever, cough, inflammation of the pharynx, dryness of mouth, headache and sleepiness. Talk to your doctor if any of these side effect troubles your child.

USES OF MONTAIR LC KID TABLET

It is used in children for the management of signs and symptoms associated with:

• Allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, nasal itching, red, watery or itchy eyes, throat irritation, cough, headache and tiredness)
• Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria (skin rashes and flares)
• Bronchial Asthma (breathing difficulties)

HOW MONTAIR LC KID TABLET WORKS

MONTAIR LC KID TABLET contains two medicines namely, levocetirizine and montelukast.

1. Levocetirizine: It is an antihistamine that blocks the action of histamine, a chemical released by the immune system during an allergic reaction. By blocking histamine, it reduces symptoms like itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes.
2. Montelukast: It is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks the action of leukotrienes, chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, swelling, and constriction of the airways. This helps in reducing airway inflammation and controlling asthma symptoms, as well as treating allergic rhinitis.

Together, this combination provides relief from allergy symptoms while also controlling asthma attacks and reducing inflammation in the airways.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

• Use MONTAIR LC KID TABLET as advised by your physician
• Typically, the medicine is taken once daily, preferably in the evening, or as directed by your doctor.
• This medicine can be taken with or without food but taking it with food may help reduce any potential stomach upset.
• For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse the medicine in a glass of water. Consume the mixture immediately once the medicine completely dissolves.
• For Chewable tablet: Chew the medicine in the mouth. Do not swallow the medicine.
• For Syrups, Suspension: Shake the medicine well before use. Measure the required amount of the medicine in the measuring cup provided within the pack and make your child drink it.
• Stick to the dosage and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not increase the dose or stop the medication without consulting your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MONTAIR LC KID TABLET

Common Side Effects of MONTAIR LC KID TABLET:

• upper respiratory infection
• cough, cold, fever or flu-like symptoms
• pharyngitis (inflammation of the pharynx)
• headache and tiredness
• dizziness, sleepiness
• nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, thirst, stomach pain, diarrhea, indigestion
• otitis media (inflammation or infection of the ears)
• skin rash
• bleeding from the nose
• muscle pain, joint pain

Stop using this medicine and contact doctor immediately if your child experiences any of the following side effects:

• neuropsychiatric disorders (such as agitation, anxiety, depression, disorientation, hyperactivity, nightmares, hallucinations, insomnia, memory impairment, walking in the sleep, tremor, attention disturbance)

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

• CNS depressants (Ex. phenobarbital)
• phenytoin (used to manage epilepsy)
• rifampicin (used to manage tuberculosis)
• ritonavir (a medicine used to manage viral infections)
• theophylline (a medicine used to manage asthma)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else take too much of MONTAIR LC KID TABLET, contact your doctor immediately or go to a hospital straight away. Overdosage symptoms of MONTAIR LC KID TABLET might include stomach pain, thirst, sleepiness, headache, vomiting, hyperactivity, agitation, excitation and restlessness. 

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