LE-Montu Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces inflammation in the airways and make breathing easier.

LE-Montu Tablet is a combination of second generation H1 antihistaminic and leukotriene antagonist medicines..

Uses of LE-Montu Tablet

Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Treatment of Hay fever
Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Benefits of LE-Montu Tablet

In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

LE-Montu Tablet is a combination medicine that provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

In Treatment of Hay fever

Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. The only difference is that in hay fever, these symptoms are not produced due to a virus but are simply allergic responses of our body to allergens (allergy causing agents such as pollen). LE-Montu Tablet is used to provide relief from these symptoms of hay fever. It works by blocking the release of the chemical substance responsible for producing such allergy symptoms. LE-Montu Tablet is a safe medicine which helps treat hay fever and makes us feel at ease.

In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

LE-Montu Tablet is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment. It reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. Keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

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Side effects of LE-Montu Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of LE-Montu

Nausea
Diarrhea
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Headache
Skin rash
Sleepiness
Vomiting

How to use LE-Montu Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. LE-Montu Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with LE-Montu Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LE-Montu Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

LE-Montu Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

LE-Montu Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

LE-Montu Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of LE-Montu Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of LE-Montu Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

LE-Montu Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of LE-Montu Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of LE-Montu Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

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Quick tips

LE-Montu Tablet

You have been prescribed LE-Montu Tablet to help relieve symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and cough.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as LE-Montu Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking LE-Montu Tablet as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Stop taking LE-Montu Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

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Patient concerns

Throat infection last 7 day I take tab to effect 200 and montu le but not relief

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Your throat need to be examined in clinic to assess the extent of infection so that appropriate medicines can be prescribed. In the meantime do warm saline gargles and take Tab Lecope 1 Od x 3 days

I am having irregular heartbeat also fear and anxiety. Body is always heated and heartbeat is fast. Heartbeat gets loud even on doing minor work. I have been smoker for 3 years, when i went to the doctor and showed these reports, he told me that i am having asthma and palpitations and loud/fast heartbeat is causing due to this. Ye gave me dihihaler sF 200. I am taking that for 10 days but no thing happened. I am always having fast and irregular heartbeat (like flip foop type), sometimes heart started pounding. What to do.? ECG and xray report are attached.

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

Get 24 hrs holter done.also thyroid le

FAQs

LE-Montu Tablet

What is LE-Montu Tablet?

LE-Montu Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Montelukast and Levocetirizine. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which helps to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and cough. It works by lowering chemicals in the body that cause allergy symptoms. Montelukast works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose. This further helps to relieve the symptoms.

Can the use of LE-Montu Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?

Yes, the most common side effect of LE-Montu Tablet is sleepiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention unless your doctor says that you may do so. Do not drink alcohol or take other central nervous system depressants, such as cough and cold medicines. Also avoid taking certain pain relief medicines and medicines that help you sleep as they can lead to severe drowsiness or can worsen it, causing falls or accidents.

Can LE-Montu Tablet be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?

No, LE-Montu Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any side effects of this medicine or the symptoms of allergy are worsened, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Can the use of LE-Montu Tablet cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of LE-Montu Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.

Can I drink alcohol while taking LE-Montu Tablet?

No, do not take alcohol while taking LE-Montu Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by LE-Montu Tablet.

Will LE-Montu Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?

No, taking a higher dose of this medicine than recommended will not make it more effective. Consuming higher than the recommended dose of LE-Montu Tablet can cause increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of LE-Montu Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.

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