Montek Lc Sun Pharma Tablet: is a combination of two antiallergic drugs such as levocetirizine and montelukast as active ingredients.

Levocetirizine 5 mg
Montelukast 10 mg.

Montek LC belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines that can help relieve symptoms such as runny nose, itching or tearing, sneezing, hives, which are usually associated with seasonal allergies and throughout the year.

The drug blocks the histamine (natural substance) that the body produces during the time of an allergic reaction and relieves the symptoms of the reaction.

Monteleukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist used for the maintenance treatment of asthma and for the relief of seasonal allergies. Levocetrizine is a non-sedating third-generation antihistamine that is indicated for relieving the symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and the uncomplicated dermal manifestations of chronic idiopathic urticaria.

Montek Lc Tablet Uses

Montek Lc Tablet is used to treat, control and prevent the symptoms of the following conditions;

Symptoms of allergic conditions
Seasonal allergic rhinitis
Asthma
Chronic asthma
Asthma induced by stress
Dust allergy
Hay fever
Running nose
Sneeze
Swelling in the skin
Inflammation of the nasal mucosa
Perennial allergic rhinitis
Reddish itchy welts
Ears allergies

Mechanism of action:

Montek lc tablet performing the following functions:

Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. Blocks the action of another chemical messenger (leukotrienes). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the respiratory tract and nose and improves symptoms.
While levocetirizine is a non-sedating third-generation antihistamine, the action blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for nasal discharge, watery eyes and sneezing.

Side effects

Like any medication, Montek lc can cause some unwanted effects along with its beneficial effects. The common and less serious side effects associated with the use of the montek lc tablet are:

Sore throat
Dry mouth
Fatigue
Inflammation and redness of the throat and nose and
It is known that this medicine causes drowsiness.

However, there are some serious side effects that require immediate attention, such as:

Allergic reactions that may cause itching, swelling of the face or neck or rash
Difficulty breathing
Blurry vision
Yellowing of the skin or eyes
Problems related to the kidney, such as difficulty urinating, changes in the usual amount of urine or blood in the urine
Sudden mood swings such as agitation, aggression, suicidal thoughts.

Precautions Montek LC

Avoid using Montek Lc Tablet if you are

Hypersensitive to levocetirizine and montelukast present in the Montek LC tablet and its components
If you have epilepsy
Renal disease
In children under six years of age
Elderly patients
If you have had an allergy to this medicine in the past.

Pregnancy and Lactation

Montek LC Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy and lactation. Studies in animals have shown little or no adverse effect on the fetus, but there are limited human studies. Talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

Interaction with other drugs

If you use other medications or over the counter medications at the same time, the effects of Montek LC may change. This can increase the risk of side effects or can make your medication not work properly. To avoid interactions with other medications, remember to tell your doctor about all medications and herbal products that you have used regularly, such as:

Phenytoin
Phenobarbital
Gemfibrozil
Rifampicin
Ritonavir
Alcohol can increase its effects on the CNS and cause drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty concentrating.
Theophylline

Dosage of the Montek lc tablet

It is recommended to take one tablet a day with food or immediately after eating. In general, the best time to take Montek Lc is at night, because it could make you sleepy.