Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
Brand Name | Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet |
Salt Composition |
Montelukast (2.5mg) + Levocetirizine (4mg) |
Strength | 2.5mg + 4mg |
Product Form | Tablet |
Pack | 10 Tablet(s) in Strip |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Category |
Antileukotriene and Antihistamine |
SubCategory |
Antileukotriene and Antihistamine |
Country of Origin | India |
Manufacturer |
Newtrimed Healthcare Private Limited |
Manufacturer/Marketer Address | Newtrimed Healthcare Private Limited, 336, Paper Mills Road, Bunder Garden, Perambur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600011. |
You Save : Rs.8.40 Inclusive of all taxes
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Montelukast and Levocetirizine
- It is contraindicated to use this medicine in patients with a history of kidney impairment
- Headache
- Eczema
- Viral infection
- Dizziness
- Cough
- Otitis
- Rash
- Dry mouth
- Diarrhea
- Bronchospasm
- Stomach pain
- Drowsiness
- Hypotension
- Tremor
- Is the Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet effective?
- Can I stop taking the Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet if I start feeling better?
- Can Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet cause weird dreams?
- Avoid consuming alcohol due to the increased risk of developing drowsiness
- The use of this medicine may cause CNS depression and urinary retention
- Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with phenylketonuria
- Inhaled corticosteroids may be reduced gradually
- You have a history of liver disease
- You are not responding to the treatment
- You have experienced any allergic reactions like rashes and itching
- You have a history of heart attack
- Stored at 10-30°C room temperature.
- Protect from light and heat.
- Keep away from children and pets. Otherwise, it becomes toxic to them.
- Disposed of properly in a suitable bag.
- Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet contains Montelukast 2.5mg and Levocetirizine 4mg is a combination of two medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.
- The combination of this medicine produces its action by reducing the inflammation in your airways and makes you breathe easier.
- Be cautious while you are driving because the use of this medicine may cause dizziness
- Do not drink alcohol while you are receiving this medicine
- Stop taking this medicine at least three days before you take an allergy test
Medical Description of Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet contains Montelukast 2.5mg and Levocetirizine 4mg is a combination of two medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching. The combination of this medicine produces its action by reducing the inflammation in your airways and makes you breathe easier.
Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet Uses
It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, and allergic conditions.
Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet Benefits
Allergic conditions
It is usually caused by hypersensitivity of the immune system that occurs due to the harmless substances in the environment. Symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and hives
Allergic rhinitis
It is also called hay fever. It is an allergic reaction that causes sneezing, congestion, an itchy nose, and a sore throat. It usually occurs when your body’s immune system reacts with an irritant in the air like pollen, pet dander, mold, and insects.
Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet Indication
The Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet isprescribed for the following indications as allergic rhinitis and allergic conditions.
Mechanism of action of Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet contains Montelukast 2.5mg and Levocetirizine 4mg is a combination of two medicines. Montelukast, a Leukotriene Receptor antagonist that produces its action by inhibiting the effect of a certain chemical messenger, leukotriene helps to reduce the inflammation in your airways.
Levocetirizine is an anti-histamine agent that produces its action by inhibiting certain chemical messengers (histamine) and helps to treat allergic symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes in your body.
How Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet works
Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet contains Montelukast 2.5mg and Levocetirizine 4mg is a combination of two medicines. Montelukast, a Leukotriene Receptor antagonist that produces its action by inhibiting the effect of a certain chemical messenger, leukotriene helps to reduce the inflammation in your airways.
Levocetirizine is an anti-histamine agent that produces its action by inhibiting certain chemical messengers (histamine) and helps to treat allergic symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes in your body.
Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet Contraindication
Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet Side Effects
FAQs for Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
Yes, the use of this medicine is considered as effective if you have taken the medicine as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
No, you should not stop taking this medicine even if you feel better without consulting with your doctor because you may experience withdrawal symptoms like irritability, sweating, and diarrhea
Yes, the use of this medicine may cause nightmares, sleeplessness, and sleepwalking. So, kindly consult with your doctor if these symptoms prolong for long period.
Precautions and general warning of Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
Alcohol
It is considered unsafe to consume alcohol while taking this medication. Kindly consult with your doctor
Driving or operating machinery
It is considered unsafe to drive while you are receiving this medicine because the use of this medicine may affect your ability to drive. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Pregnancy
It is considered unsafe to drive while you are receiving this medicine because the use of this medicine may affect your ability to drive. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Breast Feeding
It is considered unsafe to use this medicine during breastfeeding because it may excrete via breast milk. Kindly consult with your doctor
Kidney Problem
The therapy should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment. The use of this medicine required dose modification. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Liver Disease
The therapy should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment. The use of this medicine required dose modification. Kindly consult with your doctor.
How to Take Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
The tablet is taken orally with or without food. You should not chew, cut or crush the tablet. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking this medicine. Take this medicine as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Follow the direction mentioned within the label if you probably did not understand the appliance kindly ask your doctor or pharmacist to elucidate in detail. Do not withdraw the medicine when you feel better kindly complete the course of treatment to avoid reoccurrence.
Use of Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet in Adult
It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an adult patient if the medicine is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet in children
Safety and efficacy were not established in children who are below 2 years old. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet in Elderly Patients
Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients in an elderly age group, which leads to developing further medical problems, leads to worsening the patient's health conditions. Kindly consult with your doctor. Dose modification or replacement is required based on the medical conditions of the patient.
Other general warnings
Talk to your doctor if
General instructions
Montelukast 2.5mg and Levocetirizine 4mg is a combination of two medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching. The combination of this medicine produces its action by reducing the inflammation in your airways and makes you breathe easier.
Drug Interaction of Solukast L 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
Drug-Drug Interaction
Apalutamide
Use alternative drugs because the use of apalutamide will decrease the effect of montelukast by affecting the hepatic or intestinal enzyme metabolism.
Cannabidiol
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of cannabidiol will increase the effect of montelukast by decreasing its metabolism
Dronedarone
The use of dronedarone will increase the effect of montelukast by affecting its hepatic and intestinal enzyme
Alpelisib
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of alpelisib will decrease the effect of montelukast by pharmacodynamic synergism
Isocarboxazid
Use alternative drugs because the use of isocarboxazid increases the effect of levocetirizine on other
Lasmiditan
Use alternative drug because the use of lasmiditan increases the effect of levocetirizine by the P-glycoprotein efflux transporter
Gabapentin
Therapy should be administered with caution because the combination of this medicine either increases the effect of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism
Drug-Food Interaction
The use of alcohol may increase the nervous system side effects of levocetirizine such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating
Drug-Disease Interaction
Neuropsychiatric disorders
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of this medicine is associated with neuropsychiatric events
Liver disorder
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of this medicine may cause cholestatic hepatitis, hepatocellular liver-injury
Pulmonary disorders
Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with a history of pulmonary disorders because the patients with asthma are on therapy with this medicine with eosinophilia.
Renal impairment
The use of this medicine is contraindicated in patients with end-stage kidney disease and patients undergoing hemodialysis
Urinary retention
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of this medicine may lead to urinary retention.
Over Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor don’t overdose on the medicine. If you have taken an overdose on this medicine immediately meet the doctor and rush to the nearby hospital.
Missed Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor. Do not skip the medicine, if you forgot to take the medicine or missed the dose. It is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Don’t take the extra dose take the regular dose immediately. Don’t use the two-dose at one time (Double Dose).
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