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Lekast B Tablet is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Lekast B Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lekast B Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
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?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Lekast B Tablet for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Lekast B Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lekast B Tablet is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lekast B Tablet on the Liver?
Using Lekast B Tablet does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lekast B Tablet on the Heart?
Lekast B Tablet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on 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?
Forming a habit of Lekast B Tablet has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Lekast B Tablet
Taking Lekast B Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about 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.
Yes, Lekast B Tablet can be taken with amoxicillin. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking Lekast B Tablet along with amoxicillin then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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 should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, use of Lekast B Tablet does not cause weight loss in the patient. However, if you notice any unusual weight loss then consult it with your doctor.
No, Lekast B Tablet is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 873-874
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 228
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Singulair® (montelukast sodium)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Lukair® (montelukast sodium)
