Montecip LC (Montelukast/Levocetirizine)

What is Montecip LC?

Montecip LC Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces inflammation in the airways and make breathing easier.

Montecip LC Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

How Montecip LC Tablet Works

Montecip LC Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Levocetirizine and Montelukast, which relieves sneezing and runny nose due to allergies. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms.

How To Use Montecip LC Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Montecip LC Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits Of Montecip LC Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Montecip LC Tablet is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment. It reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. Keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Montecip LC Tablet is a combination medicine that provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

In Treatment of Hay fever

Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. The only difference is that in hay fever, these symptoms are not produced due to a virus but are simply allergic responses of our body to allergens (allergy causing agents such as pollen). Montecip LC Tablet is used to provide relief from these symptoms of hay fever. It works by blocking the release of the chemical substance responsible for producing such allergy symptoms. Montecip LC Tablet is a safe medicine which helps treat hay fever and makes us feel at ease.

Side Effects Of Montecip LC Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Montecip LC

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Dryness in mouth
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Sleepiness
• Vomiting
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Sore throat
• Fever
• Abdominal pain
• Increased liver enzymes

Warning

Alcohol

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Montecip LC Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

It is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breastfeeding

It is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

It may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

It should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Montecip LC Tablet may be need. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Montecip LC Tablet is not recommend in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

It should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Montecip LC Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Montecip LC Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommend in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

What If You Forget To Take Montecip LC Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Montecip LC Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQ’s

1. What is Montecip LC Tablet?

It is a combination of two medicines: Montelukast and Levocetirizine. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which helps to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and cough. It works by lowering chemicals in the body that cause allergy symptoms. Montelukast works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose. This further helps to relieve the symptoms.

2. Can the use of Montecip LC Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?

Yes, the most common side effect of Montecip LC Tablet is sleepiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention unless your doctor says that you may do so. Do not drink alcohol or take other central nervous system depressants, such as cough and cold medicines. Also avoid taking certain pain relief medicines and medicines that help you sleep as they can lead to severe drowsiness or can worsen it, causing falls or accidents.

3. Can Montecip LC Tablet be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?

No, Montecip LC Tablet should be continue as advise by the doctor. If you experience any side effects of this medicine or the symptoms of allergy are worsening, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

4. Can the use of Montecip LC Tablet cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Montecip LC Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.