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Lekast B 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.
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Is the use of Lekast B Tablet safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Lekast B Tablet will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Lekast B Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Lekast B Tablet for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Lekast B Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lekast B Tablet is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lekast B Tablet on the Liver?
Lekast B Tablet is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lekast B Tablet on the Heart?
Lekast B Tablet is rarely harmful for the heart.
Lekast B Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lekast B Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lekast B Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lekast B Tablet.
Interaction between Food and Lekast B Tablet
Lekast B Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lekast B Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lekast B Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Lekast B Tablet is a brand name of montelukast and it is available in the form of tablet, powder, and granules. It belongs to the class of medicine called leukotriene receptor antagonist. It is a prescription drug that is used for the preventive (prophylaxis) and maintenance treatment of asthma and to prevent breathing difficulty (bronchospasm) during exercise. It is also used to provide relief from the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever).
No, Lekast B Tablet does not raise blood pressure (hypertension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Lekast B Tablet causes dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
Lekast B Tablet works by blocking the action of biologically active compounds (leukotrienes) which are responsible for narrowing and swelling of airways (bronchospasm) in the lungs and also causes allergic symptoms such as sneezing, stuffy, and runny nose. This provides relief to the patient from symptoms of allergic rhinitis and helps to prevent asthmatic attacks.
Yes, Lekast B Tablet help with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Lekast B Tablet block the action of leukotriene which is responsible for narrowing the airways. By blocking the leukotriene Lekast B Tablet prevents the narrowing of airways.
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References
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Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Lukair® (montelukast sodium)