Montican LC Oral Suspension
Manufacturer
Piecan Pharma Pvt. Ltd.
Salt Composition
Levocetirizine (2.5mg) + Montelukast (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Montican LC 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.
Dosage Form
Oral Suspension
Introduction
Montican LC Oral Suspension is a medication primarily used in children to alleviate allergy symptoms including runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes. It is also beneficial in treating asthma and skin allergies. The suspension contains Levocetirizine and Montelukast, which work together to relieve these symptoms. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic that blocks histamine, a chemical messenger responsible for allergy symptoms, while Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist that reduces inflammation in the airways and nose. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and consult a doctor for any concerns.
Directions for Use
Administer Montican LC Oral Suspension as prescribed by your child's doctor. Ensure the correct dosage is given and avoid combining it with other cold and flu medications.
How it works
Montican LC Oral Suspension contains Levocetirizine and Montelukast. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic that blocks histamine, reducing symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist that blocks leukotriene, reducing inflammation in the airways and nose.
Quick Tips
Never combine Montican LC Oral Suspension with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Montican LC 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 Montican LC 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
Can I give my child cough and allergy medicine together if they have a persistent cough and allergic symptoms?
No, it's not recommended to mix cough and allergy medicines. This can lead to double dosing of active ingredients, causing serious side effects. Instead, consult your child's doctor for separate treatment recommendations.
Can I adjust the dose of Montican LC Oral Suspension if my child starts to feel better?
No, it's essential to follow the prescribed dose by your child's doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose without consulting your child's doctor, as this can impact their health. Stopping the medicine suddenly or decreasing the dose can lead to rebound reversal of symptoms.
How should I store Montican LC Oral Suspension?
Store Montican LC Oral Suspension 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 Montican LC Oral Suspension make my child sleepy?
Yes, Montican LC Oral Suspension can cause mild drowsiness, which may make your child sleepy. However, never use this medicine to induce sleep, as it may mask underlying sleep disorders like insomnia.
Can I start my child on Montican LC Oral Suspension if they have a sports event in the next two days?
No, consult your child's doctor before starting Montican LC Oral Suspension. The medicine may cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness, which could impact their performance. It's best to discuss this with your child's doctor first.
Can I stop giving my child Montican LC Oral Suspension by myself?
No, it's essential to stop Montican LC Oral Suspension gradually under the guidance of your child's doctor. Sudden withdrawal may lead to the reappearance of symptoms.
Is it safe to give Montican LC Oral Suspension to my child if they have a mood disorder?
Consult your child's doctor before giving Montican LC Oral Suspension to your child, especially if they have a mood disorder. Some studies have linked the medicine to mood disorders, hallucinations, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, shakiness, and trouble controlling body movements.
Can I use Montican LC Oral Suspension to treat acute asthma attacks in my child?
No, Montican LC Oral Suspension is only intended 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.
