MONTICOPE A TAB

Overview

MONTICOPE A TAB is a Schedule H drug.

MONTICOPE A TAB is composed of: AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE (75 MG), MONTELUKAST (10 MG), LEVOCETIRIZINE (5 MG)

Ambroxol hydrochloride promotes mucus clearence, facilitates expectoration and eases productive cough

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 HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Acute Bronchitis, Bronchospasm Cough
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE can address symptoms like: Thick Saliva Or Mucus, Throat Soreness

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?

MONTICOPE A TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for MONTICOPE A TAB and its Constituents


Diabetic, Asthma patients should take advice from Dr.

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

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit
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 HYDROCHLORIDE : Stomach Pain, Allergic Dermatitis, Nausea, Vomit
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

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE : Diarrhoea
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 HYDROCHLORIDE 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?

Evening93%

How long was it prescribed?

5 Days91%

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

Below 5yrs13%
18 to 35yrs25%
35 to 50yrs38%
50 to 60yrs13%
70yrs and above13%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females88%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Physician100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

AUGMENTIN 625MG TAB64%
DOLO TAB 650MG50%
RABEKIND EC-TAB43%
BETADINE GARGLE21%
ZERODOL-P FC-TAB21%
KOFAREST SYP21%
KOFAREST SYR14%
LEVOFLOX-500MG TAB14%
LEVOLIN NEB14%

Available Alternatives for MONTICOPE A TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

MONTICOPE A TABINR 80 for 10 TABLETSAMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 75 MG, MONTELUKAST 10 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ODIMONT AL TABINR 150 for 10 TABLETSAMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 75 MG, MONTELUKAST 10 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5 MG