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Montelukast+Levocetirizine a combined therapy is prescribed for the systemic treatment of allergic reactions such as chronic urticaria, obstructive airway diseases and rhinitis. Montelukast belongs to leucotriene receptor antagonist.
Montelukast 10mg Levocetirizine 5mg Tablet is utilized for treating allergy signs and chronic hives. It may also be utilized for some other conditions as determined by your physician. It is an antihistamine that works by hindering a substance of the body that is called histamine.Montelukast Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets helps to drop-off allergy symptoms and hives and relieves symptoms of allergic reactions such as runny nose, itching eyes/nose, watery eyes, sneezing, hives and itchiness. It works by hindering a certain natural substance (histamine) that is formed by the body during the allergic reactions.
Levocetirizine dihydrochloride :

• Potent and selective antagonist of peripheral H 1 receptors.
• Low serum level in CNS results in reduced potential of sedation & psychomotor
• One tablet a day offers 24 hours reliefs from allergic symptoms.

Montelukast :

• Selective and orally active leukotriene receptor antagonist
• Inhibit bronchoconstriction
• Used for maintenance treatment of Asthma
• Relieves symptoms of seasonal allergies

Montelukast+Levocetirizine Adverse Reactions / Montelukast+Levocetirizine Side Effects
Montelukast + Levocetirizine can cause somnolence, hyperactivity in children, dry mouth, mild drowsiness and GI disturbances.
Precautions

• Montelukast + Levocetirizine is contraindicated in patients with an allergy to either or both drugs, hepatic impairment, NSAID allergy, Churg-Strauss syndrome.
• Montelukast + Levocetirizine is contraindicated in children less than six months of age.
• Montelukast + Levocetirizine can cause dizziness. Do not drive vehicles or operate heavy machineries that need alertness.

Other Interactions
Do not consume alcohol while taking Montelukast + Levocetirizine
Dosage

• For treatment of allergic rhinitis and chronic asthma (Adults):
• Consider administration of 10 mg once a day in the evening.
• For Prophylaxis of exercise-induced asthma (Adults):
• Consider administration of 10 mg of Montelukast + Levocetirizine, at least two hours before exercise.

List of Contraindications
Montelukast+Levocetirizine and Pregnancy
USFDA pregnancy category B. Montelukast + Levocetirizine may not cause harm to an unborn foetus. Before Montelukast treatment, the patient should discuss with the physician, if they are planning for a pregnancy.
It is unclear whether the drug could pass through the breast milk to a breast feeding baby. Consult your physician before taking Montelukast + Levocetirizine, if you are nursing mother.