L Montus Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

L Montus Information

L Montus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet,Syrup. The alternative uses of L Montus have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of L Montus depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

L Montus also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Normally, these side effects of L Montus 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.

In addition, L Montus's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on L Montus related warnings talks about L Montus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

L Montus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Additionally, L Montus may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that L Montus is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

L Montus Benefits & Uses
L Montus Dosage & How to Take
L Montus Side Effects
L Montus Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of L Montus with Other Drugs
L Montus Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about L Montus
L Montus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

L Montus Benefits & Uses

L Montus is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Asthma

L Montus Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 4 mg montelukast and 2.5 mg levocetirizine
Adult	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine
Geriatric	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine

L Montus Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when L Montus is used -

Common

Headache
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Joint pain
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Nausea or vomiting

L Montus Related Warnings

Is the use of L Montus safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking L Montus. If you are pregnant, do not take L Montus without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of L Montus safe during breastfeeding?

L Montus should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of L Montus on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of L Montus on kidney. So it is not known whether taking L Montus will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of L Montus on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of L Montus on the liver. So it is not known whether taking L Montus will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of L Montus on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of L Montus on the heart, information on safety of L Montus for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of L Montus with Other Drugs

L Montus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Alprazolam

Codeine

L Montus Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take L Montus unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about L Montus

Is this L Montus habit forming or addictive?

L Montus is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking L Montus, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as L Montus can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

L Montus is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking L Montus for mental disorders.

No

L Montus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and L Montus

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how L Montus and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and L Montus

Information about the interaction of L Montus and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about L Montus

Question over 6 years ago

What is L Montus?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

L Montus 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is L Montus safe?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, L Montus is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.

Question almost 6 years ago

Why should L Montus be taken at night?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

There is no fixed rule to take this Medicine], this drug can be taken at any time of the day as per doctor's instructions. However, taking it in the evening is more advisable because this drug can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this L Montus to prevent accidents and injuries.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take L Montus for cold?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, L Montus 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is L Montus a decongestant?

Dr. , General Physician

No, L Montus is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.