Celkast: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Celkast Benefits & Uses

Celkast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Asthma

Celkast 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

Celkast Related Warnings

Is the use of Celkast safe for pregnant women?

Celkast 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 Celkast safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Celkast on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Celkast on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Celkast will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Celkast on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Celkast on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Celkast will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Celkast on the Heart?

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

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Celkast with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Alprazolam

Codeine

Celkast Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Celkast

Is this Celkast habit forming or addictive?

Celkast is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Celkast you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Celkast is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Celkast cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Celkast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Celkast

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Celkast, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Celkast

Information about the interaction of Celkast and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Celkast

Question almost 5 years ago

Why should Celkast be taken at night?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

There is no fixed rule to take this Medicine], this drug can be taken at any time of the day as per doctor's instructions. However, taking it in the evening is more advisable because this drug can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Celkast to prevent accidents and injuries.

Question almost 5 years ago

When to take Celkast?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Absorption of Celkast is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Celkast?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Take Celkast as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Celkast with montelukast?

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

Yes, Celkast 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Celkast?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Celkast can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.