Airmont L Tablet

Composition of Airmont L Tablet

Airmont L Tablet contains Levocetirizine dihydrochloride 5 mg + Montelukast 10 mg. It belongs to the Second-generation H1 antihistamine + Leukotriene receptor antagonist (LTRA) class of medicines.

Uses of Airmont L Tablet

• Allergic rhinitis (seasonal/perennial) with symptoms like sneezing
• runny/blocked nose
• itchy/watery eyes; allergy-related cough and wheeze; adjunct in prevention/control of asthma symptoms in patients with allergy (as prescribed).

Key benefits

• Relieves sneezing and runny/blocked nose
• Reduces itching and watery eyes
• Helps control allergy-related cough and wheeze
• Decreases airway inflammation in allergic conditions

How Airmont L Tablet works

Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks leukotrienes responsible for airway inflammation, bronchoconstriction and mucus formation. Levocetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine that blocks H1 receptors to reduce sneezing, itching and runny nose.

How to take Airmont L Tablet

Tablet for oral use. Usually taken once daily in the evening or as directed by the doctor; can be taken with or without food. Swallow whole with water; do not exceed prescribed dose.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Airmont L as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Airmont L than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Airmont L Tablet

Most side effects of Airmont L are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Sleepiness (drowsiness)
• dry mouth
• headache
• fatigue
• dizziness
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• diarrhoea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Airmont L Tablet

Warnings and precautions

May cause drowsiness—avoid driving/alcohol until you know how it affects you. Use with caution in kidney disease (dose adjustment may be needed due to levocetirizine). Montelukast has been associated with mood/behavior changes (agitation, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance, suicidal thoughts)—seek medical help if these occur. Not meant for acute asthma attack relief; keep rescue inhaler if prescribed. Inform doctor if you have liver disease, history of psychiatric illness, or are on other sedatives.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and CNS depressants (increased drowsiness),other antihistamines/sedatives (additive sedation),theophylline (may alter montelukast levels minimally),rifampicin/phenytoin/phenobarbital (may reduce montelukast effect),gemfibrozil (may increase montelukast levels)

How to store Airmont L Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

BIOCEUTICS

Therapeutic class:

Anti-allergic (Antihistamine + Leukotriene receptor antagonist)

Drug class:

Second-generation H1 antihistamine + Leukotriene receptor antagonist (LTRA)