INTRODUCTION ABOUT TELEKAST PLUS TABLET

TELEKAST PLUS TABLET is a combination of Bambuterol and Montelukast which belongs to the group of medicines called Bronchodilators and Leukotriene receptors antagonists respectively. It is indicated for chronic management of asthma, bronchospasm and/or reversible airway obstruction in patients 15 years of age and older.

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease in which there is difficulty in breathing due to narrowing and swelling of the airways in the lungs.

Before taking TELEKAST PLUS TABLET, tell your doctor if you are suffering from liver, lung, kidney, heart disease or diabetes.

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies, hence TELEKAST PLUS TABLET should be used during pregnancy only if clearly required. Consult your doctor for advice.

TELEKAST PLUS TABLET should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before taking TELEKAST PLUS TABLET.

The common side effects are nausea, vomiting, headache, abdominal pain, and diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen or persists for a longer duration.

USES OF TELEKAST PLUS TABLET

It is used to manage:

• chronic asthma
• bronchospasm
• reversible airways obstruction

HOW TELEKAST PLUS TABLET WORKS

TELEKAST PLUS TABLET is a combination of Bambuterol and Montelukast. Bambuterol is a bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widening the airways. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist which works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways and nose to manage asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take as advised by your doctor. Swallow whole do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF TELEKAST PLUS TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea or Vomiting:

Take routine meals and do not eat spicy foods. Drink clear or ice-cold drinks, eat light, bland foods and avoid sweets.

Headache:

Rest and relax. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes and apply a pain-relieving balm on the head if necessary. Do not consume alcohol. Contact your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep you hydrated. Do not take any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea. Contact your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

Stomach pain:

Try to rest and relax. Eat small meals but take frequently. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. Contact your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• prednisolone, terfenadine, (used to manage allergies and inflammatory conditions)
• theophylline or aminophylline medicines (used for breathing problems)
• propranolol (used for high blood pressure)
• oral contraceptives
• timolol (used for glaucoma)
• digoxin (used to manage heart conditions)
• warfarin (used to manage blood clots)
• phenytoin (used to manage seizures)
• medicines containing ipratropium

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of this medicine, consult your doctor immediately or visit a nearby hospital.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature