Elvicet M Kid Syrup

Short Description

Elvicet M Kid Syrup is a medication used to treat symptoms of allergy in children, such as runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes.

Dosage Form

Syrup

Introduction

Elvicet M Kid Syrup 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.

Elvicet M Kid Syrup is a medication that should be given to children as directed by a doctor. It is important to follow the dosage instructions carefully and not to give the medication to a child without consulting a doctor.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed

Elvicet M Kid Syrup 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 that works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms.

Never combine Elvicet M Kid Syrup with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Elvicet M Kid Syrup helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started as it will not help. If you are giving Elvicet M Kid Syrup 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.