Alergate Lm Tablet

Composition of Alergate Lm Tablet

Alergate Lm Tablet contains Levocetirizine dihydrochloride 5 mg + Montelukast 10 mg (per tablet). It belongs to the Second-generation H1 antihistamine + Leukotriene (CysLT1) receptor antagonist class of medicines.

Uses of Alergate Lm Tablet

• Allergic rhinitis (seasonal/perennial) with sneezing
• runny/blocked nose
• itchy/watery eyes; allergy-related cough/wheeze; as add-on therapy in mild allergic asthma as advised by doctor

Key benefits

• Relieves sneezing and runny nose
• Reduces nasal blockage and post-nasal drip
• Helps itchy/watery eyes
• Controls allergy-related cough/wheeze
• Improves symptoms of allergic rhinitis

How Alergate Lm Tablet works

Levocetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine that blocks H1 receptors to reduce itching, sneezing and runny nose. Montelukast blocks leukotriene (CysLT1) receptors, decreasing airway inflammation, mucus and bronchoconstriction seen in allergies and asthma.

How to take Alergate Lm Tablet

Take by mouth as prescribed, usually 1 tablet once daily (often in the evening). Can be taken with or without food; swallow whole with water. Do not exceed the recommended dose; if it causes drowsiness, avoid driving.

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 it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Alergate Lm Tablet

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

• Sleepiness/drowsiness
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• headache
• fatigue
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• diarrhea

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 Alergate Lm Tablet

Warnings and precautions

May cause drowsiness in some people—avoid driving/operating machinery if affected. Use with caution in kidney disease (levocetirizine dose adjustment may be needed). Not for sudden asthma attacks; keep a rescue inhaler if you have asthma. Montelukast has been associated with neuropsychiatric effects (sleep disturbance, agitation, mood changes, depression, suicidal thoughts); stop and seek medical help if these occur. Inform doctor if you have liver disease or are taking other allergy/asthma medicines.

Do not take Alergate Lm if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. The sedating antihistamines are not suitable for very young children, or for people with glaucoma or an enlarged prostate, without medical advice.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other CNS depressants (increased drowsiness), rifampicin/phenytoin/phenobarbital (may reduce montelukast levels), gemfibrozil (may increase montelukast levels), other sedating antihistamines or cough/cold products containing antihistamines

How to store Alergate Lm Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Alergate Lm Tablet

Taking it at bedtime reduces the impact of any drowsiness. Identify and avoid your triggers where you can — dust, pollen, cold air.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

INEX MEDICAMENTS PRIVATE LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Anti-allergic (Antihistamine + Leukotriene receptor antagonist)

Drug class:

Second-generation H1 antihistamine + Leukotriene (CysLT1) receptor antagonist