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Montelukast Plus Tablets 10/5 mg (Montelukast Sodium, Levocetirizine Hydrochloride)

Montelukast Plus Tablets 10/5 mg (Montelukast Sodium, Levocetirizine Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Montelukast Sodium›10.4mg / 1 tabletLevocetirizine Hydrochloride›5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
삼천당제약(주)
Appearance
Beige round film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202303016 · Approved 2023.10.30 · Insurance code 651206110

Summary

Main use
Relief of symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults and adolescents aged 15 years and older: 1 tablet orally once daily in the evening.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
삼천당제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis

  • Symptoms of asthma
  • persistent allergic rhinitis
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This medication is used to relieve allergy symptoms in patients suffering from both asthma and persistent allergic rhinitis. It alleviates uncomfortable symptoms such as nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose, enhancing the quality of life for patients. It also helps manage respiratory symptoms associated with asthma. Continuously taking this medication will aid in symptom improvement. This drug is effectively used for the treatment of allergic disorders.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults and adolescents aged 15 years and older: 1 tablet orally once daily in the evening.

Precautions

This medication may cause abnormal symptoms in the nervous system, so if any new behavioral changes or thoughts of suicide occur during use, consult a doctor immediately. This medication should not be used by individuals allergic to it, patients with renal failure, or in pregnant or nursing women. Patients with impaired kidney or liver function and the elderly should use this medication cautiously and follow a doctor's guidance. Drowsiness or fatigue may occur during the use of this medication, so caution is required when driving or operating machinery. It is advisable to avoid taking it with alcohol or central nervous system depressants as symptoms may worsen. Pregnant or nursing women should consult a physician before using this medication. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote available, so immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should be stored in a tightly closed container as it is sensitive to light; it is recommended to use it quickly after opening.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, facial swelling, difficulty breathing, asthma, severe allergic reactions, significant neurologic psychiatric adverse events (agitation, aggressive behavior, anxiety, depression, disorientation, attention deficits, stuttering, sleep disturbances, hallucinations, insomnia, memory impairment, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychomotor hyperactivity, sleepwalking, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, tics), difficulty breathing due to severe allergic reactions, acute asthma attack, blood

Mild side effects

  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • nasopharyngitis
  • gastrointestinal disturbances
  • tonsillitis
  • dry mouth
  • QT prolongation on ECG
  • dyspepsia
  • gastritis
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • irritable bowel syndrome
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  • colorectal polyps
  • facial swelling
  • pain
  • pharyngitis
  • sinusitis
  • hypercholesterolemia
  • gastric cancer
  • Alzheimer's dementia
  • heat stroke cerebral infarction
  • insomnia
  • drowsiness
  • menstrual pain
  • nasal dryness
  • oropharyngeal pain
  • skin lesions
  • ventricular extrasystole
  • blepharospasm
  • cheilitis
  • diarrhea
  • blood in stool
  • exacerbation of asthma

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture, ideally at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Beige round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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