Montek Lc is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. The alternative uses of Montek Lc have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Montek Lc. 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 Montek Lc include Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. These side effects of Montek Lc are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Montek Lc's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Montek Lc's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Montek Lc since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Montek Lc have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Montek Lc is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Montek Lc 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Montek Lc is used -
Common
Is the use of Montek Lc safe for pregnant women?
Montek LC shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Montek Lc safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Montek LC. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Montek Lc on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Montek LC for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Montek Lc on the Liver?
Side effects of Montek LC on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Montek Lc on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Montek LC on heart. So it is not known whether taking Montek LC will cause side effects on heart or not.
Montek Lc 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 Montek Lc unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Montek Lc habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Montek Lc.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Montek Lc you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Montek Lc only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Montek Lc cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Montek Lc
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Montek Lc with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Montek Lc
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Montek Lc.
Discontinuation of Montek LC on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Although, Montek LC is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted effects.
Yes, Montek LC can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
No, taking Montek LC does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Montek LC.
Montek LC 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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