Montair LC Kid Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Montair LC Kid Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Montair LC Kid Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Montair LC Kid Tablet include Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Normally, these side effects of Montair LC Kid Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Montair LC Kid Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Montair LC Kid Tablet related warnings talks about Montair LC Kid Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Montair LC Kid Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Montair LC Kid Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease.
Besides this, Montair LC Kid Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Montair LC Kid Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Montair LC Kid 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 Montair LC Kid Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Montair LC can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Montair LC Kid Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Montair LC should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Montair LC Kid Tablet on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Montair LC on kidneys.
What is the effect of Montair LC Kid Tablet on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Montair LC on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Montair LC will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Montair LC Kid Tablet on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Montair LC on heart. So it is not known whether taking Montair LC will cause side effects on heart or not.
Montair LC Kid 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 Montair LC Kid Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Montair LC Kid Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Montair LC Kid Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Montair LC Kid Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Montair LC Kid Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Montair LC Kid Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Montair LC Kid Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Montair LC Kid Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Montair LC Kid Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Montair LC Kid Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Montair LC Kid Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Montair LC 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.
Yes, Montair LC is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
Montair LC is the brand name of levocetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
No, taking Montair LC 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 Montair LC.
Although, Montair LC is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted effects.
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