Montair Fx Oral Liquid

Composition of Montair Fx Oral Liquid

Montair Fx Oral Liquid contains Montelukast 4 mg + Fexofenadine 30 mg per 5 ml oral suspension (commonly available strength in India). It belongs to the Fexofenadine (H1 antihistamine) + Montelukast (Leukotriene receptor antagonist) class of medicines.

Uses of Montair Fx Oral Liquid

• Allergic rhinitis (seasonal/perennial) with symptoms like sneezing
• runny/blocked nose
• itching and watery eyes; allergy-related cough/wheeze as advised by doctor

Key benefits

• Relieves sneezing and runny nose
• Reduces nasal blockage/congestion
• Helps control itching and watery eyes
• Useful in allergic rhinitis with cough/wheeze tendency

How Montair Fx Oral Liquid works

Fexofenadine is a second-generation antihistamine that blocks H1 receptors to reduce allergy symptoms like sneezing and itching. Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks inflammatory leukotrienes, reducing nasal congestion and allergy-related airway inflammation.

How to take Montair Fx Oral Liquid

Oral liquid: shake well before use; measure dose with a calibrated spoon/cup. Give at the same time each day as prescribed; can be taken with or without food. Do not exceed the prescribed dose; follow paediatric dosing strictly.

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 Montair Fx Oral Liquid

Most side effects of Montair Fx Oral are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• drowsiness (rare)
• dizziness
• nausea
• stomach pain
• diarrhoea
• dry mouth
• fatigue

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 Montair Fx Oral Liquid

Warnings and precautions

Use only on prescription, especially in children. Montelukast has been associated with neuropsychiatric effects (sleep disturbance, agitation, anxiety, mood changes, depression, suicidal thoughts); stop and consult a doctor if such symptoms occur. Use with caution in liver disease. Not meant for sudden asthma attacks; keep rescue inhaler/medicine as advised. If symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical advice.

Do not take Montair Fx Oral 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

Sedatives/CNS depressants (may increase drowsiness), alcohol (may worsen dizziness), strong OATP inhibitors (e.g., rifampicin may reduce fexofenadine levels), antacids containing aluminium/magnesium (reduce fexofenadine absorption; separate by 2 hours), erythromycin/ketoconazole (may increase fexofenadine levels)

How to store Montair Fx Oral Liquid

Store below 25°C, protect from light and moisture. Keep bottle tightly closed. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Montair Fx Oral Liquid

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:

CIPLA LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Anti-allergic (Antihistamine + Leukotriene receptor antagonist)

Drug class:

Fexofenadine (H1 antihistamine) + Montelukast (Leukotriene receptor antagonist)