Montina-L DT Tablet

Description

Montina-L DT Tablet is a dual-action antiallergic medicine, specially formulated for children. It combines Levocetirizine, a non-sedating antihistamine, and Montelukast, a leukotriene receptor antagonist. Together, they help in controlling symptoms of allergic rhinitis, seasonal allergies, hay fever, and mild asthma. Being a DT (dispersible tablet), it can be dissolved in water, making it easy to administer to children who have difficulty swallowing tablets.

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Uses

• Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion)

• Chronic urticaria (hives) with itching and swelling

• Asthma prevention (as an add-on therapy in children)

• Relief from watery eyes, itching, and throat irritation caused by allergies

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How It Works

• Levocetirizine (2.5mg): Blocks histamine (H1 receptor antagonist), reducing sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

• Montelukast (4mg): Blocks leukotrienes, which are chemicals responsible for airway inflammation, mucus production, and bronchospasm.

Together, they provide better allergy control than either drug alone.

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Side Effects

Common:

• Headache

• Stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea

• Dry mouth, sleepiness (mild, less common with Levocetirizine)

• Fatigue

Serious (rare):

• Mood or behavioral changes (linked to Montelukast in rare cases)

• Severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)

• Fast heartbeat or palpitations

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Precautions

• Should be given only under pediatric supervision

• Not a substitute for rescue inhalers in acute asthma attacks

• Caution in children with liver or kidney impairment

• Avoid alcohol or sedating medicines (can increase drowsiness risk)

• Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding only if prescribed by a doctor

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Administration

• Being a DT tablet, it can be dissolved in a spoonful of water or taken directly to dissolve on the tongue

• Best taken in the evening or as advised by the pediatrician

• Dose depends on child’s age, weight, and severity of symptoms