Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet

Short Description

Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness. It works by blocking the action of chemical messengers responsible for these symptoms. Fexofenadine is an antiallergic which blocks the action of histamine responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist which reduces inflammation in the airways and nose and improves symptoms.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger called leukotriene. This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms. Fexofenadine is an antiallergic which blocks the action of another chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.

You have been prescribed Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet to help relieve symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and cough. Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drink alcohol while taking Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet as it may cause increased sleepiness. Stop taking Alersid M 10mg/120mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.