Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension

Composition of Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension

Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension contains Montelukast (4mg/5ml) + Fexofenadine (30mg/5ml). It belongs to the Antihistamine / leukotriene antagonist class of medicines.

Uses of Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension

Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies Vitaresp FX Suspension 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.

How Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension works

Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger called leukotriene. This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms. Fexofenadine is an antiallergic which blocks the action of another chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.

How to take Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension

Shake the bottle well before each dose and measure it with the cup, spoon or dropper supplied — a kitchen spoon is not an accurate measure. Take it with or without food, often in the evening. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

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 Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension

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

• Vitaresp FX Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur
• they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

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 Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension

Warnings and precautions

Older antihistamines cause marked drowsiness — do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this affects you. Tell your doctor promptly about any change in mood, sleep, agitation or unusual thoughts while taking montelukast; this is uncommon but recognised. This relieves the symptoms of an allergy; it does not treat the cause, and it is not a treatment for an acute asthma attack. Seek emergency care for swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing.

Do not take Vitaresp Fx 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, sleeping tablets and other sedating medicines add to the drowsiness. Tell your doctor about all cold and cough preparations — many already contain an antihistamine.

How to store Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from light and moisture. Keep tightly closed. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Vitaresp Fx 30 Suspension

You have been prescribed Vitaresp FX Suspension to help relieve symptoms of allergy, such as a runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and cough. Be cautiouswhile driving or doing anything that requires concentration, as Vitaresp FX Suspension can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drink alcohol while taking Vitaresp FX Suspension, as it may cause increased sleepiness. Stop taking Vitaresp FX Suspension at least three days before taking an allergy test, as it can affect the test results.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ALEMBIC PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

RESPIRATORY

Drug class:

Antihistamine / leukotriene antagonist