Winkast 10mg Tablets
Winkast 10mg Tablets Description
Winkast 10mg Tab is an anti-allergic medicine used for the treatment of asthma and other allergic conditions such as a runny or blocked nose, watery eyes, itching, etc. It contains montelukast as it
s main component. This medicine works by inhibiting the action of natural chemical substance leukotrienes responsible for allergic conditions. By blocking leukotrienes, Montelukast improves asthma symptoms, helps control asthma and improves seasonal allergy symptoms. Winkast 10mg Tab should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting this medicine.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹1320.00 |
You Save | ₹180.00 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Montelukast(10.0 Mg) |
Uses | Allergic condition, asthma |
Side effects | Headache, abdominal pain, drowsiness, dizziness |
Therapy | ANTI-ASTHMATIC |
Uses of Winkast 10mg Tablets
- Winkast 10mg Tab is used for the treatment of asthma, which is inadequately controlled by other inhaled medications and exercise-induced asthma.
- It is also used for relieving symptoms of allergic rhinitis (runny nose, sneezing, chest congestion, itching, watery eyes and stuffy nose).
Contraindications of Winkast 10mg Tablets
Side effects of Winkast 10mg Tablets
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Dry mouth
- Rash
- Cough
- Nasal congestion
- Dyspepsia
Precautions and Warnings of Winkast 10mg Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience agitation, aggression, irritability, restlessness and suicidal thinking, then immediately inform your doctor.
- Winkast 10mg Tab mg is not meant for relief during an acute attack of asthma. You are advised to have appropriate rescue medication to manage such acute events.
Mode of Action of Winkast 10mg Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Winkast 10mg Tablets
- Winkast 10mg Tab should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Winkast 10mg Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Winkast 10mg Tabmg may be administered routinely with other medications used for the management and chronic treatment of asthma.
- Medicines used for the treatment of seizures or fits such as phenytoin and medicine used in the treatment of tuberculosis such as rifampicin should be used cautiously.
- Inform your doctor about all other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking before starting with Winkast 10mg Tab .
Storage and disposal of Winkast 10mg Tablets
- Store Winkast 10mg Tab at room temperature in a cool dry place.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Winkast 10mg Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does Winkast 10mg Tab contain a steroid?
Q: Does Winkast 10mg Tab make you sleepy?
Q: Can I take Winkast 10mg Tab during an asthma attack?
Q: Can I stop taking Winkast 10mg Tab if symptoms of allergy go away?
Q: What is Winkast 10mg Tab used for?
- Winkast 10mg Tab is used for the treatment of asthma, which is inadequately controlled by other inhaled medications and exercise-induced asthma.
- It is also used for relieving symptoms of allergic rhinitis (runny nose, sneezing, chest congestion, itching, watery eyes and stuffy nose).
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