Montemac L Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Montemac L Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Montemac L Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Montemac L Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Usually, these side effects of Montemac L Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Montemac L Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Montemac L 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 Montemac L Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Montemac L Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Montemac L Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Montemac L 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 Montemac L Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Montemac L should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Montemac L Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Montemac L may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Montemac L Tablet on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Montemac L for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Montemac L Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Montemac L on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Montemac L Tablet on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Montemac L on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Montemac L 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 Montemac L Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Montemac L Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Montemac L Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Montemac L Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Montemac L Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Montemac L Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Montemac L Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Montemac L Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Montemac L Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Montemac L Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Montemac L Tablet with alcohol will be.
Absorption of Montemac L 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.
Discontinuation of Montemac L on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Montemac L 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).
Yes, Montemac L can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Take Montemac L as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
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