Montepex-L

Composition

Montelukast 10 mg + Levocetirizine 5 mg (tablet)

Uses of Montepex-L

Allergic rhinitis (seasonal/perennial) with sneezing, runny/blocked nose, watery eyes; allergy-related cough/wheezing; as add-on prophylaxis in mild asthma where allergy is a trigger (doctor advised).

• •Relieves sneezing and runny nose
• •Reduces nasal congestion and watery eyes
• •Helps allergy-related cough/wheeze
• •Provides 24-hour allergy control

How it works

Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks inflammatory chemicals (leukotrienes) responsible for allergy symptoms and bronchoconstriction. Levocetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine that blocks H1 receptors to reduce sneezing, itching, watery eyes and runny nose.

Directions for use

Tablet: take as prescribed, commonly 1 tablet once daily in the evening or at night. Can be taken with or without food; swallow whole with water. Not for sudden asthma attack relief.

Side effects

Common side effects of Montepex-L may include:

• •Drowsiness
• •dry mouth
• •headache
• •fatigue
• •dizziness
• •abdominal pain
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