Lekast

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  • Contains / Salt: Levocetirizine (2.5 mg) + Montelukast (4 mg)
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Lekast Information

Lekast is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Lekast have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Lekast depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Lekast include Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. These side effects of Lekast are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lekast is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lekast related warnings talks about Lekast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lekast is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Additionally, Lekast may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lekast is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Lekast Benefits & Uses

Lekast is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lekast Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 4 mg montelukast and 2.5 mg levocetirizine
Adult
  • Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine
Geriatric
  • Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine

Lekast Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lekast safe for pregnant women?


    Lekast can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Lekast safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Lekast may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lekast should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Lekast on the Kidneys?


    In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Lekast on kidneys.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Lekast on the Liver?


    In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Lekast on the liver, information on safety of Lekast for liver is unavailable.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Lekast on the Heart?


    Information about safety of Lekast for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown


Severe Interaction of Lekast with Other Drugs

Lekast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Lekast Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lekast unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Lekast

  • Is this Lekast habit forming or addictive?


    Lekast is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Lekast, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lekast can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Lekast should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Lekast is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Lekast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lekast


    There is no information on the effects of taking Lekast with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lekast


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lekast and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Lekast

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lekast for cold?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lekast can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for the cold.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lekast with phenylephrine?

Yes, Lekast can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Lekast a decongestant?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Lekast is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Lekast work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Lekast works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lekast With Paracetamol?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lekast can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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