Levocetirizine Hydrochloride & Montelukast Syrup

Product Description

🊠Levocetirizine Hydrochloride & Montelukast Syrup

Levocetirizine + Montelukast Syrup is a combination antihistamine and leukotriene receptor antagonist, commonly prescribed to treat allergic conditions in children and occasionally in adults who prefer liquid medication.

📌 Composition (Typical per 5 ml)

• Levocetirizine Hydrochloride: 2.5 mg

• Montelukast Sodium: 4 mg (as montelukast sodium equivalent)

• Form: Oral Syrup

• Flavour: Usually fruit-flavored (e.g., mango, orange) to enhance palatability for children

• Pack Size: 60 ml / 100 ml bottle

… Uses / Indications

This syrup is prescribed for:

• Allergic rhinitis (seasonal or perennial)

• Chronic idiopathic urticaria (long-term hives)

• Asthma (mild cases or maintenance therapy)

• Cough and nasal congestion due to allergies

• Atopic dermatitis (as adjunct)

🕠Dosage & Administration

Dosage should be as per a doctor's prescription, especially in children.

… Best taken in the evening or at bedtime
… Can be taken with or without food

šï Side Effects

Common:

• Drowsiness or sleepiness

• Dry mouth

• Headache

• Abdominal pain

• Diarrhea (mainly in children)

Rare but serious:

• Mood or behavior changes (with montelukast)

• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)

🚫 Precautions

• Use with caution in children under 2 years (not generally recommended)

• Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or sedatives

• Caution in renal impairment (due to levocetirizine)

• Montelukast has rare reports of neuropsychiatric events ” monitor for unusual mood or behavior

🔄 Storage

• Store below 25C

• Shake well before use

• Keep bottle tightly closed and away from sunlight

• Keep out of reach of children

🔠Popular Indian Brand Names

• Montair-LC Kid Syrup (Cipla)

• Levolin-M Syrup

• Minolast-L Syrup

• Respira-LC Syrup

• Levocet-M Syrup