Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Macwell Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Levocetirizine (2.5mg) + Montelukast (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet is a medication used to treat symptoms of allergy, asthma, and skin allergies in children.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg 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
Never combine Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started as it will not help.
How it works
Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg 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 Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg 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 Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg 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 as they usually contain similar ingredients, which may result in double dosing of active ingredients and cause serious side effects.
Can I decrease the dose of Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet by myself if my child starts to feel better?
No, do not change the dose yourself; adhere to the dose prescribed by your child's doctor. Decreasing or stopping the dose suddenly can result in rebound reversal of all symptoms.
How should Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet be stored?
Store Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid accidental intake.
Can Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet make my child sleepy?
Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet can cause mild drowsiness, but never give this medicine to your child to induce sleep; forced sleep could mask any underlying sleep disorder.
Can I start the course of Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet if my child is an athlete and has a sports event in the next two days?
Do not start Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet without consulting your child's doctor, as it may cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness that could hamper performance.
Can I stop the medicine by myself?
No, all symptoms may reappear on sudden withdrawal of Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet; it's advised to stop this medicine gradually under the guidance of your child's doctor.
Is it safe to give Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet to my child who is suffering from a mood disorder?
Some studies show that Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet can cause mood disorders, hallucinations, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, shakiness, and trouble controlling body movements; consult your child's doctor before giving any medicine.
Can I use Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet for treating acute asthma attacks in my child?
Montewell Kid 2.5mg/5mg Tablet 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.
