Montu L: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Montu L Information

Montu L is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Montu L have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Montu L. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Montu L also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Such side effects of Montu L normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Montu L's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Montu L's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Montu L related warnings section.

Montu L is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.

Besides this, Montu L may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Montu L Benefits & Uses

Montu L is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Asthma

Montu L 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

Montu L Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Montu L 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

Montu L Related Warnings

Is the use of Montu L safe for pregnant women?

Montu L can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Montu L safe during breastfeeding?

Montu L 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 Montu L on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Montu L for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

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

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

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

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

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Montu L with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Alprazolam

Codeine

Montu L Contraindications

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

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Montu L

Is this Montu L habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Montu L has not been reported.

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

After taking Montu L you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Montu L only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Montu L cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Montu L Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Montu L

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Montu L with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Montu L

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Montu L with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Montu L

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Montu L?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Take Montu L as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Montu L on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Discontinuation of Montu L on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Montu L with montelukast?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Montu L 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Montu L cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Montu L 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

Can I take Montu L with ambroxol?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Montu L can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.