Dear Reader,

Experiencing new skin symptoms after starting a medicine should always be discussed with your prescribing doctor for a proper evaluation. Do not discontinue the medicine without consulting your doctor.

Is this a known side effect? Yes, mild itching (pruritus) and skin rashes may be side effect of Montek LC Tablet, which is a combination of Montelukast and Levocetirizine.

• Levocetirizine is an antihistaminic medicine, and while it is primarily used to treat itching and hives, in rare cases, an individual may have a reaction or allergy to one of its components, potentially causing a rash or increased itching.
• Montelukast (one of the active ingredients) has also been associated with skin rashes and hypersensitivity reactions.

While these side effects are typically minor and very rare, it is crucial to determine if this new rash is a common, manageable side effect or a sign of a more serious allergic or hypersensitivity reaction, which can sometimes occur even after a month of use.

Action to Take:

1. Immediate Consultation: Contact your doctor immediately. They will assess the nature and severity of the rash to decide whether to continue the medicine, adjust the dose, or use an alternative treatment.
2. Differential Diagnosis: The doctor will also help determine whether the rash is genuinely related to the medicine or caused by something else, such as a food, environmental, or contact allergen, as you initially suspected.

Continue to follow your doctor’s instructions until they provide new advice.

Dear Reader,

Yes, mild headache and drowsiness (sleepiness) are common and recognised side effects of Levocetirizine and Montelukast, which are present in Montek LC tablets.

The ingredient primarily responsible for the feeling of sleepiness and low energy is Levocetirizine, which is an antihistamine. Although it is considered a non-sedating or less-sedating antihistamine, it can still cause drowsiness, dizziness, and fatigue in some individuals. Headaches are also a side effect of this medicine. However, it is still advisable to consult your physician if these effects bother you or persist.

How to Manage Drowsiness: 

• Because of the potential for sleepiness, Montek LC is typically recommended to be taken once a day, in the evening or at bedtime, unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• If you are currently taking the medicine in the morning and experiencing significant drowsiness that impacts your daily activities, such as driving or operating machinery, you should:

1. 1. Avoid activities that require high alertness until you know how the medicine affects you.
   2. Speak with your prescribing doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may advise you to switch the dose timing to the evening so the drowsy effect occurs while you sleep, or they may suggest an alternative medicine.

• Do not change your medicine schedule or stop taking it without consulting your doctor.

Dear Reader,

Montek LC Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is a combination medicine used to treat allergy symptoms like sneezing, a runny nose, and watery eyes. Antibiotics are a class of medicines specifically designed to fight bacterial infections. Montek LC, however, works by controlling the body’s reaction to allergens.

Let’s first understand how Montek LC Works:

• Montek LC contains two active ingredients: Montelukast and Levocetirizine.
• Levocetirizine is an antihistamine. Allergies cause the body to release a chemical called histamine, which triggers symptoms such as itching, sneezing, and a runny nose. Levocetirizine blocks histamine receptors, providing relief from acute allergy symptoms.
• Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist. Leukotrienes are another group of chemicals released during an allergic reaction that can cause inflammation and tightening of the airways, especially in asthma or chronic allergies. Montelukast blocks the action of leukotrienes, reducing inflammation and helping to keep the airways open.

In summary, Montek LC works by blocking the chemical pathways (histamine and leukotrienes) that cause allergy and cold symptoms, providing symptomatic relief, but it does not treat or fight a bacterial or viral infection. Always follow your doctor’s instructions regarding its use.

Dear Reader,

When you take Becosule, it contains vitamin B2 (riboflavin), which is responsible for that bright yellow or fluorescent yellow colour in your urine. This happens because riboflavin is a water-soluble vitamin, meaning your body absorbs only what it needs and then flushes out the extra through urine. The excess vitamin gives the urine that noticeable bright colour.

 Key points:

• The colour change can appear within a few hours after taking the capsule.
• It’s harmless and doesn’t mean anything is wrong with your kidneys or liver.
• The intensity of the yellow colour can vary depending on how much water you drink. If you’re a bit dehydrated, the colour may look even brighter.
• Once you stop or miss a dose, your urine will go back to its usual colour within a day or so.

 What you can do:

• Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and dilute the colour.
• Continue taking Becosule as prescribed. There’s no need to stop because of this.

In summary, bright yellow urine after taking Becosule is completely normal and simply indicates that your body is excreting excess vitamin B2. It’s not a side effect or a health concern, so you can continue your supplement without worry.