ALERFIX TOTAL TAB

Overview

ALERFIX TOTAL TAB is a Schedule H drug.

ALERFIX TOTAL TAB is composed of: AMBROXOL (75 MG), MONTELUKAST (10 MG), LEVOCETIRIZINE (5 MG)

This medication is a mucolytic agent, prescribed for various respiratory diseases such as emphysema with bronchitis pneumoconiosis, chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions, tracheobronchitis (respiratory tract inflammation), bronchiectasis, bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma. Ambroxol is used for clear mucus from lungs.
Montelukast works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies. Montelukast is used in asthma prevention and sneezing and runny nose due to allergies. Montelukast is also used to prevent exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (narrowing of the air passages in the lungs) in adults and teenagers who are at least 15 years old and are not already taking this medicine for other conditions. Montelukast is also used to treat symptoms of year-round (perennial) allergies in adults and children who are at least 6 months old. It is also used to treat symptoms of seasonal allergies in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms such as a runny nose or hives.It blocks histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.

Usage

AMBROXOL is generally used to treat: Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumoconiosis, Bronchiectasis

MONTELUKAST is generally used to treat: Asthma
MONTELUKAST can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Runny Nose

LEVOCETIRIZINE is generally used to treat: Allergy, Pediatric Urticaria, Urticaria
LEVOCETIRIZINE can address symptoms like: Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Itching, Nose Itching

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

ALERFIX TOTAL TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for ALERFIX TOTAL TAB and its Constituents

Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Avoid excess dosage.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, suicidal thoughts, mental problem, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.  It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• You should not use levocetirizine if you are allergic to levocetirizine or cetirizine.
• You should not take levocetirizine if you have end-stage kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Any child younger than 12 years old with kidney disease should not take levocetirizine.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
• Use the medicine exactly as directed.
• Do not give a child more than the prescribed dose of this medicine.
• Levocetirizine is usually taken in the evening, with or without food.
• Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
• Do not take two doses at one time.
• Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how levocetirizine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
• Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
• Liquid products may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, phenylketonuria, or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this medication safely.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MONTELUKAST over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Increased Thirst, Drowsiness, Vomit, Abdomen Pain
LEVOCETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Agitation

Common Side-Effects

AMBROXOL : Runny Nose, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach
MONTELUKAST : Abdomen Pain, Head Headache, Arms Joint Pain, Tightness, Difficulty Swallowing, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)
LEVOCETIRIZINE : Diarrhoea, Urinary Retention, Nosebleeds, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Fever, Vomit, Dry Mouth, Weight Gain, Constipation, Head Headache, Throat Soreness, Runny Nose, Body Pain, Ears Pain, Nasal Congestion, Hoarse Voice, Loss Of Voice, Ears Swelling, Neck Enlarged Or Swollen Glands

Serious Side-Effects

MONTELUKAST : Hallucinations, Depressed Mood, Weakness (generalized)
LEVOCETIRIZINE : Difficulty Urinating, Cough

Rare Side-Effects

MONTELUKAST : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching
LEVOCETIRIZINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

LEVOCETIRIZINE can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure, Urinary Retention

Technical Classification

AMBROXOL is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
MONTELUKAST is categorized as: LEUKOTRIENE MODIFIERS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
LEVOCETIRIZINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Before Sleeping	61%
Once Daily	27%
Evening	6%

How long was it prescribed?

7 Days	38%
30 Days	14%
5 Days	13%
21 Days	9%
15 Days	8%
10 Days	6%
3 Days	6%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

12 to 18yrs	4%
18 to 35yrs	38%
35 to 50yrs	31%
50 to 60yrs	11%
60 to 70yrs	8%
70yrs and above	7%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

33%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

ENT	95%
Physician	5%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

SOLSPRE	17%
FURAMIST N-SPY	15%
ROXID 150MG TAB	15%
RABONIK DSR 40MG CAP	15%
FLUTICONE FT NASAL SPRAY	14%

Available Alternatives for ALERFIX TOTAL TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALERFIX TOTAL 75MG/5MG/10MG TAB	INR 196.87 for 15 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 75.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
ALERFIX TOTAL TAB	INR 196.87 for 15 UNITS	AMBROXOL 75 MG, MONTELUKAST 10 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5 MG
L MONTUS ABL 75MG/5MG/10MG TAB	INR 149 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 75.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
LENOC CAP XL	INR 79.5 for 10 CAPSULE XL	AMBROXOL 75.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
LEVOKAST AX TAB	INR 119 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 75.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
LUKOTAS HD 75MG/5MG/10MG TAB	INR 150 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 75.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
MONCITRA PLUS 75MG/5MG/10MG TAB	INR 105.45 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 75.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
MONTEMAC AL 75MG/5MG/10MG TAB	INR 143.9 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 75.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
MONTICOPE A 75MG/5MG/10MG TAB	INR 106.48 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 75.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
RENEA 5MG/10MG/75MG CAP	INR 100 for 10 CAPSULES	AMBROXOL 75.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

COEKASTLE AX TAB	INR 114 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL , LEVOCETIRIZINE , MONTELUKAST
JUVETRA 30MG/2.5MG/4MG SYP	INR 90 for 60 ML SYRUP	AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 4.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
SOMAVENT MAX TAB	INR 116 for 10 TABLETS	LEVOCETIRIZINE , AMBROXOL , MONTELUKAST