Levomont P is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Levomont P have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Levomont P depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Levomont P also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. These side effects of Levomont P are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Levomont P has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Levomont P's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Levomont P is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Levomont P may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Levomont P is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Levomont P 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 Levomont P safe for pregnant women?
Levomont P has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Levomont P without medical advice.
Is the use of Levomont P safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Levomont P. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Levomont P on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Levomont P on kidney, information on safety of Levomont P for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Levomont P on the Liver?
Side effects of Levomont P on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Levomont P on the Heart?
Information about safety of Levomont P for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Levomont P 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 Levomont P unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levomont P habit forming or addictive?
Levomont P does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Levomont P, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Levomont P can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levomont P only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Levomont P is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levomont P
There is no information on the effects of taking Levomont P with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levomont P
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Levomont P with alcohol will be.
Yes, Levomont P 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.
Levomont P is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
No, taking Levomont P does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Levomont P.
Yes, Levomont P can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Take Levomont P as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
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