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Mtnl is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Mtnl have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Mtnl depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Mtnl also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Normally, these side effects of Mtnl are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mtnl is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Mtnl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mtnl is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Mtnl may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mtnl is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Mtnl 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 Mtnl safe for pregnant women?
Mtnl 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 Mtnl safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Mtnl may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Mtnl should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Mtnl on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Mtnl for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Mtnl on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Mtnl on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Mtnl on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Mtnl on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Mtnl 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 Mtnl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mtnl habit forming or addictive?
Mtnl does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Mtnl you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Mtnl should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mtnl cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mtnl
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Mtnl and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mtnl
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Mtnl.
Yes, Mtnl 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.
Mtnl 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.
Yes, Mtnl 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.
No, taking Mtnl 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 Mtnl.
Mtnl 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.
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