Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Levocetirizine (2.5mg) + Montelukast (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet is commonly prescribed in children to treat symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet is commonly prescribed in children to treat symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes. It may also help in the treatment of asthma and skin allergies.
Directions for Use
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. Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet contains Levocetirizine and Montelukast. Together these two relieve sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic that blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms.
Quick Tips
Never combine Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started as it will not help. If you are giving Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet to your child for asthma or allergy you need not give another dose to prevent exercise-induced breathing problems. In case of any confusion consult your child’s doctor as soon as possible. Make sure that you always have enough medicine. Practice self-care tips: Abstain your child from coming in contact with allergens, Encourage your child to wear a face mask and avoid dusty places, Give plenty of fluids as it helps in thinning and loosening the mucus in the lungs.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I give cough and allergy medicine together?
No, do not mix cough and allergy medicines because they often contain similar ingredients. This may result in double dosing of the active ingredients, potentially causing serious side effects.
Can I decrease the dose of Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet if my child starts to feel better?
No, adhere to the prescribed dose by your child's doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose yourself, as this can impact their health. Decreasing the dose or stopping it suddenly may result in rebound reversal of all symptoms.
How should Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet be stored?
Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet should be stored at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid accidental intake.
Can Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet make my child sleepy?
Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet may cause mild drowsiness, but never give this medicine to your child to induce sleep. Forced sleep could mask any underlying sleep disorder like insomnia.
My child is an athlete and has to participate in a sports event in the next two days. Can I start the course of Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet?
No, do not start Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet without speaking to your child's doctor first. Moreover, this medicine may hamper their performance as it can cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness.
Can I stop the medicine by myself?
No, all symptoms may reappear on sudden withdrawal of Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet, especially if taken for a long-term. It is advised to stop this medicine gradually under the guidance of your child's doctor.
My child is suffering from a mood disorder. Is it safe to give Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet to my child?
Some studies show that Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet can cause mood disorders, hallucinations, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, shakiness, and trouble controlling body movements. Therefore, consult your child's doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I use Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet for treating acute asthma attacks in my child?
Alexcet LM 2.5mg/4mg Tablet should only be used to prevent asthma attacks, not to stop an attack that has already started. Use your child's reliever medicine to help with an attack that has already started.
