Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT
Manufacturer
Mensa Futura Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Levocetirizine (2.5mg) + Montelukast (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT is commonly prescribed in children to treat symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes.
Dosage Form
Tablet DT
Introduction
Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT 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
Never combine Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects.
How it works
Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT 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 Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started as it will not help. If you are giving Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT 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 medication together?
No. Do not mix cough and allergy medicines because they usually both contain similar ingredients. This may result in double dosing of the active ingredients, thereby causing serious side effects.
Can I decrease the dose of Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT by myself if my child starts to feel better?
No, adhere to the dose as prescribed by your child’s doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose by yourself as it can impact your child’s health. While increasing the dose may cause unwanted effects like sedation and depression, decreasing the dose or stopping it suddenly can result in rebound reversal of all symptoms.
How should Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT be stored?
Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT 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 any accidental intake.
Can Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT make my child sleepy?
Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT causes mild drowsiness which can make your child sleepy. However, 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 Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT?
No, don’t start Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT without speaking to your child’s doctor. Moreover, Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT can hamper your child’s performance as it may cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness. So, it’s best to reach out to the doctor first.
Can I stop the medicine by myself?
No, all symptoms may reappear on sudden withdrawal of Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT usually 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 Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT to my child?
Some studies show that Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT 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 Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT for treating acute asthma attacks in my child?
Lvista M Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet DT should only be used to prevent asthma attacks. It should not be used to stop an attack that has already started. Use your child’s reliever medicine to help with an attack that has already started.
