Montewin Kid Oral Suspension
Manufacturer
Surewin Healthcare
Salt Composition
Levocetirizine (2.5mg) + Montelukast (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Montewin Kid Oral Suspension is a medication used to treat symptoms of allergy in children, including runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes.
Dosage Form
Oral Suspension
Introduction
Montewin Kid Oral Suspension 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 Montewin Kid Oral Suspension with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Montewin Kid Oral Suspension helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started as it will not help.
How it works
Montewin Kid Oral Suspension 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 Montewin Kid Oral Suspension with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Montewin Kid Oral Suspension helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started as it will not help. If you are giving Montewin Kid Oral Suspension 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
My child has a persistent cough along with allergic symptoms. Can I give cough and allergy medicine together?
No. Do not mix cough and allergy medicines because they usually both contain similar ingredients. Mixing these medications may result in double dosing of active ingredients, which can lead to serious side effects.
Can I decrease the dose of Montewin Kid Oral Suspension 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 this 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 Montewin Kid Oral Suspension be stored?
Montewin Kid Oral Suspension should be stored at room temperature in a dry place away from direct heat and light. Keep all medications out of the reach and sight of children to prevent accidental ingestion.
Can Montewin Kid Oral Suspension make my child sleepy?
Montewin Kid Oral Suspension can cause mild drowsiness which may make your child sleepy. However, this medication should not be used 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 Montewin Kid Oral Suspension?
No, do not start Montewin Kid Oral Suspension without speaking to your child’s doctor first. Additionally, Montewin Kid Oral Suspension can impair your child's performance as it may cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness. Consulting a doctor first is crucial.
Can I stop the medicine by myself?
No, all symptoms may reappear on sudden withdrawal of Montewin Kid Oral Suspension, usually if taken for a long term. It is advised to stop this medication gradually under the guidance of your child’s doctor.
My child is suffering from a mood disorder. Is it safe to give Montewin Kid Oral Suspension to my child?
Some studies have shown that Montewin Kid Oral Suspension can cause mood disorders, hallucinations, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, shakiness, and difficulty controlling body movements. Consulting your child's doctor before giving any medication is crucial.
Can I use Montewin Kid Oral Suspension for treating acute asthma attacks in my child?
Montewin Kid Oral Suspension should only be used to prevent asthma attacks and not as an immediate treatment for a sudden attack that has already started. Use your child's reliever medicine for managing an attack that has already started.
