Lukomast: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lukomast Benefits & Uses

Lukomast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Asthma

Lukomast 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

Lukomast Related Warnings

Is the use of Lukomast safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Lukomast safe during breastfeeding?

Lukomast may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lukomast on the Kidneys?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Lukomast on the Liver?

Information about safety of Lukomast for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lukomast on the Heart?

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

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Lukomast with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Alprazolam

Codeine

Lukomast Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lukomast

Is this Lukomast habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lukomast has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lukomast is safe but you must consult your 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 Lukomast for mental disorders.

No

Lukomast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lukomast

There is no information on the effects of taking Lukomast with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lukomast

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lukomast with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lukomast

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lukomast cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Lukomast can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

When to take Lukomast?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Absorption of Lukomast is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Lukomast 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, Lukomast 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Lukomast without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Lukomast is a prescription drug so do not take it without a consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Lukomast?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Lukomast can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.