Monticope, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. Monticope also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Monticope. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Monticope include Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Normally, these side effects of Monticope are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Monticope has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Monticope related warnings talks about Monticope's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Monticope since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Monticope with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Monticope is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Monticope is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Monticope safe for pregnant women?
Monticope has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Monticope without medical advice.
Is the use of Monticope safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Monticope. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Monticope on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Monticope for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Monticope on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Monticope on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Monticope will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Monticope on the Heart?
Side effects of Monticope on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Monticope should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Monticope unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Monticope habit forming or addictive?
Monticope does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Monticope, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Monticope can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Monticope only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Monticope is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Monticope
There is no information on the effects of taking Monticope with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Monticope
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Monticope with alcohol will be.
Monticope is the brand name of levocetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
No, taking Monticope does not cause high blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Monticope can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for the cold.
Take Monticope as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Monticope can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
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