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Airtek Benefits & Uses

Airtek is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Asthma

Airtek 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

Airtek Related Warnings

Is the use of Airtek safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Airtek. If you are pregnant, do not take Airtek without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Airtek safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Airtek on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Airtek for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Airtek on the Liver?

Information about safety of Airtek for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Airtek on the Heart?

Side effects of Airtek on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Airtek with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Alprazolam

Codeine

Airtek Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Airtek

Is this Airtek habit forming or addictive?

Airtek does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Airtek can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Airtek only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Airtek is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Airtek Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Airtek

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Airtek together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Airtek

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Airtek with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Airtek

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Airtek without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Airtek is a prescription drug so do not take it without a consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Airtek?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Airtek is the brand name of levocetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Airtek on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Discontinuation of Airtek on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Airtek With Paracetamol?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Airtek 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Airtek with montelukast?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Airtek can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.