Description
Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride 5mg and Montelukast 10mg– Qtkast tablets are a combination of two medicines, levocetirizine and montelukast. They are used to treat allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and allergic asthma. Levocetirizine blocks the effects of histamine, a chemical that the body releases during an allergic reaction. Montelukast blocks the effects of leukotrienes, other chemicals that are released during an allergic reaction.
In simple language, Qtkast tablets help to reduce the symptoms of allergies, such as sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes. They can also help to improve breathing in people with asthma.
Qtkast tablets are generally safe and effective for most people. However, they can cause some side effects, such as headache, drowsiness, dry mouth, and stomach upset. If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor.
Uses of Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride and Montelukast Tablets
Levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets are a combination medication used to treat allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and allergic asthma. Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that blocks the effects of histamine, a chemical that the body releases during an allergic reaction. Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks the effects of leukotrienes, other chemicals that are released during an allergic reaction.
Levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets are typically taken once a day, with or without food. They can be used to treat both seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, as well as mild to moderate allergic asthma. Some of the specific uses of levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets include:
- Relieving sneezing, runny nose, and itchy nose and eyes caused by allergic rhinitis
- Reducing the severity and frequency of asthma attacks
- Improving lung function in people with allergic asthma
- Preventing exercise-induced asthma
Precautions to Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride and Montelukast Tablets
- Do not take this medication if you are allergic to levocetirizine, montelukast, or any of the other ingredients in the medication.
- Tell your doctor about all of the other medications you are taking, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets can interact with other medications, so it is important to let your doctor know what else you are taking.
- Be careful about driving or operating machinery while taking this medication. Levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets can cause drowsiness, so it is important to be aware of this potential side effect before engaging in activities that require alertness.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medication. Alcohol can increase the drowsiness caused by levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medication. Levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets have not been well studied in pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers, so it is important to weigh the risks and benefits before taking this medication.
Direction to use of Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride and Montelukast Tablets
Levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets are typically taken once a day, with or without food. The recommended dosage for adults and children 12 years of age and older is 5 mg of levocetirizine dihydrochloride and 10 mg of montelukast. For children 6 to 11 years of age, the recommended dosage is 2.5 mg of levocetirizine dihydrochloride and 5 mg of montelukast.
To take levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets, simply swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. The tablets can be taken with or without food. It is important to take levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets every day, even if you are not feeling any symptoms. This will help to prevent your symptoms from coming back.
If you forget to take a dose of levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double up on doses.
Possible Side Effects of Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride and Montelukast Tablets
The most common side effects of levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast tablets are mild and go away on their own. These side effects can include:
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Stomach upset
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Runny nose
