Desloratadine+Montelukast

Uses	Allergic rhinitis, Sneezing/Running nose
Therapy	Anti-Allergic, Anti-Asthmatic
Side Effects	Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, fever, sleepiness

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Desloratadine+Montelukast is a medication used to reduce and treat the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, including seasonal or non-seasonal sneezing, runny and stuffy nose, blockage in airways, and watery eyes. The active ingredients in Desloratadine+Montelukast are montelukast and desloratadine, which work by blocking the effects of chemical substances responsible for allergic symptoms, such as histamine and leukotriene. It should be taken as directed by the doctor in the correct doses, and for the exact duration as prescribed. You may take it with or without food. The side effects of Desloratadine+Montelukast may include sleepiness, dizziness, nausea, and headache. If you notice that these side effects persist or worsen, please report to your doctor. Before starting treatment with Desloratadine+Montelukast, be sure to inform your doctor about all past medical conditions and medication history in detail.

Uses

Desloratadine+Montelukast is used for adults to reduce the symptoms of allergies such as sneezing, stuffy nose, runny nose, and watery eyes. This condition is termed allergic rhinitis. It can be seasonal or non-seasonal.

Contraindications

When should one not use Desloratadine+Montelukast

If you are allergic to desloratadine, montelukast or any other ingredients of Desloratadine+Montelukast.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Fatigue
Fever
Sleepiness

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information available about the effects of Desloratadine+Montelukast in human pregnancy. However, your doctor may give you this medicine only if it is really needed. You should consult your doctor before starting this medicine if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or plan to have a child.

Breast Feeding

Desloratadine+Montelukast passes into human milk and can be harmful to the newborn baby. Thus, either this medicine or breastfeeding should be discontinued. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Desloratadine+Montelukast may make you dizzy, feel sleepy, and may affect your vision. You should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking Desloratadine+Montelukast, as it may worsen this medicine's side effects.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You suffer from liver or kidney problems.
You have asthma, or your breathing gets worse.
You have a history of seizures (fits).
You are using medicines for allergies (corticosteroids) like Prednisone and Prednisolone.
You are using painkillers like aspirin.
You suffer from a psychiatric illness.
You suffer from a genetic disorder called phenylketonuria. The medicine must not be used as it may produce side effects.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Desloratadine+Montelukast contains a combination of Montelukast and Desloratadine. Desloratadine blocks the activity of histamine, a naturally occurring chemical released in the body during an allergic reaction. Montelukast blocks the action of leukotrienes, chemicals that cause airway narrowing and allergy symptoms.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Concomitant use of the medicine along with medicines used to treat fits or epilepsy (phenytoin), anxiety or sleeplessness (phenobarbital), tuberculosis and other infections (rifampicin) decreases the effectiveness of the medicine and must be used with caution.
Concomitant use of the medicine with gemfibrozil (used to lower fats or cholesterol levels in the body) may increase the side effects of Desloratadine+Montelukast.
Some medicines affect the way Desloratadine+Montelukast works, or the medicine itself reduces the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Inform the physician regarding the medicines, supplements or herbals you take or might take to avoid possible interaction.

Interactions with food items

Desloratadine+Montelukast can be taken with or without food, offering flexibility in administration. It is advised to avoid consuming Desloratadine+Montelukast with fruit juices, particularly grapefruit juice.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of Desloratadine+Montelukast overdose may include headache, vomiting, stomach pain, increased thirst, sleepiness, hyperactivity, and abdominal pain. If you experience any of these symptoms or in case of an overdose, contact your doctor or visit a nearby hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed any dose of Desloratadine+Montelukast, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed one. Do not take double medicine to make up for a skipped dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, your doctor has prescribed this medicine to prevent allergic rhinitis. If you stop taking it before the recommended time, your symptoms may worsen. It's important to complete the full course of treatment and not stop taking it without consulting with your doctor.

You need to take Desloratadine+Montelukast in doses and duration as advised by your doctor.

Dry mouth can occur with this medicine. It would help if you frequently rinse your mouth and keep good oral hygiene.

No, they are not the same. Desloratadine+Montelukast consists of montelukast and desloratadine, whereas montelukast alone consists only of montelukast. The doctor suggests appropriate medicine based on the condition and severity.

Montelukast, one of the components of Desloratadine+Montelukast, helps stop your airways from narrowing (caused by inflammation). Whether this medicine is suitable for asthma should be decided by your doctor. It is not useful to treat sudden or acute asthma attacks.

Taking more than the stated dose of Desloratadine+Montelukast can cause adverse effects like vomiting, stomach pain, increased thirst, sleepiness etc. Therefore, you should take Desloratadine+Montelukast exactly as the doctor advises to take it.

No, Desloratadine+Montelukast is not effective for coughing. Coughs can have different causes, so it would be best to seek a doctor's advice before taking any medicine to treat coughs. This medicine is used to treat allergic rhinitis.

Desloratadine+Montelukast should be taken as a dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than prescribed in any case, as it could lead to serious consequences.

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