L Montus Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of L Montus Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of L Montus Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
L Montus Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Normally, these side effects of L Montus Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, L Montus Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to L Montus Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of L Montus Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of L Montus Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for L Montus Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
L Montus Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of L Montus Tablet safe for pregnant women?
L Montus shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of L Montus Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking L Montus. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of L Montus Tablet on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of L Montus on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of L Montus Tablet on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of L Montus on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of L Montus Tablet on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of L Montus on the heart, information on safety of L Montus for the heart is unavailable.
L Montus Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take L Montus Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this L Montus Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that L Montus Tablet is addictive.
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 L Montus Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
L Montus Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, L Montus Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and L Montus Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking L Montus Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and L Montus Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of L Montus Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Absorption of L Montus 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.
Yes, L Montus can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
L Montus 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).
Take L Montus as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, L Montus is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
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