Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Delwis Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Levocetirizine (2.5mg) + Montelukast (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet is a medication used to treat symptoms of allergy in children, including runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg 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 Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started as it will not help.
How it works
Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg 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 Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg 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 Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg 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 my child 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 reduce the dosage of Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet myself if my child is feeling better?
No. Follow the prescribed dosage by your child's doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own as it may 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 Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet be stored?
Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet should be stored 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 any accidental intake.
Does Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet make my child sleepy?
Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet 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 a sporting event in two days. Can I start the course of Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet?
No, do not start Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet without speaking to your child’s doctor. Moreover, Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet can hamper your child's performance as it may cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness. It's best to consult the doctor first.
Can I stop taking Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet on my own?
No. Stopping this medicine abruptly can lead to the reappearance of all symptoms because sudden withdrawal may have a negative effect on your child’s health. It is advised to stop this medication gradually under the guidance of your child's doctor.
My child has a mood disorder. Is it safe to give Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet to my child?
Some studies show that Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet 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 Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet to treat an acute asthma attack in my child?
Montzine Kid 2.5mg/4mg 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.
