Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is commonly prescribed in children to treat symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes. It may also help in the treatment of asthma and skin allergies.

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is a combination of second generation H1 antihistaminic and leukotriene antagonist medicines..

Uses of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet in children

Treatment of Allergic skin conditions
Treatment of Hay fever

Benefits of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet for your child

In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment. It reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. Keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

In Treatment of Hay fever

Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. The only difference is that in hay fever, these symptoms are not produced due to a virus but are simply allergic responses of our body to allergens (allergy causing agents such as pollen). Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is used to provide relief from these symptoms of hay fever. It works by blocking the release of the chemical substance responsible for producing such allergy symptoms. Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is a safe medicine which helps treat hay fever and makes us feel at ease.

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Side effects of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet in children

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Montral

Diarrhea
Headache
Fatigue
Rash
Sleepiness
Vomiting
Otitis media (infection of ear)
Influenza
Constipation
Abdominal pain
Dryness in mouth
Sore eyelids

How can I give Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Montral Tablet works

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet contains Levocetirizine and Montelukast. Together these two relieve sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic that blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, use of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is recommended.
However, consult your child’s doctor in case of severe liver disease.

What if I forget to give Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

Never combine Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects.
Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started, as it will not help.
If you are giving Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet to your child for asthma or allergy, you need not give another dose to prevent exercise-induced breathing problems. In case of any confusion, consult your child’s doctor as soon as possible.
Make sure that you always have enough medicine.
Practice self-care tips:
1. Abstain your child from coming in contact with allergens
2. Encourage your child to wear a face mask and avoid dusty places
3. Give plenty of fluids as it helps in thinning and loosening the mucus in the lungs.
You have been prescribed Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet to help relieve symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and cough.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Stop taking Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

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Patient concerns

cold breathing problem cold is secreated by nonstop nonstop cough also allergic conditions like hay fever bone concentration decreases

Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora

Pulmonology

Allergic cough can be managed with antiallergy medicines and increasing immunity. Start treatment

Sir I am eating montral tablet for last one year and I have want to leave this tablet please give your opinion

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Send scan copy of your prescription

i feel irritation from dust and chest conguestion to so doctor prescribed me montral and defcort but earlier a doctor prescribed me not to have defcprt so i stoped using it now i take montral accordingly some time twice a day or some time single table work for 2or 3 days what should i do

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Basically it is allergic get serum IgE level check and revert in case it is increased come to me in gurgaon i will do allergy testing and will give immunotherapy

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FAQs

My child has a persistent cough along with allergic symptoms. Can I give cough and allergy medicine together?

No. Do not mix cough and allergy medicines because they usually both contain similar ingredients. This may result in double dosing of the active ingredients, thereby causing serious side effects.

Can I decrease the dose of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet by myself if my child starts to feel better?

No, adhere to the dose as prescribed by your child’s doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose by yourself as it can impact your child’s health. While increasing the dose may cause unwanted effects like sedation and depression, decreasing the dose or stopping it suddenly can result in rebound reversal of all symptoms.

How should Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet be stored?

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet should be stored at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.

Can Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet make my child sleepy?

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet causes mild drowsiness which can make your child sleepy. However, never give this medicine to your child to induce sleep. Forced sleep could mask any underlying sleep disorder like insomnia.

My child is an athlete and has to participate in a sports event in the next two days. Can I start the course of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet?

No, don’t start Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet without speaking to your child’s doctor. Moreover, Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet can hamper your child’s performance as it may cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness. So, it’s best to reach out to the doctor first.

Can I stop the medicine by myself?

No, all symptoms may reappear on sudden withdrawal of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet usually if taken for a long-term. It is advised to stop this medicine gradually under the guidance of your child’s doctor.

My child is suffering from a mood disorder. Is it safe to give Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet to my child?

Some studies show that Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet can cause mood disorders, hallucinations, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, shakiness, and trouble controlling body movements. Therefore, consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I use Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet for treating acute asthma attacks in my child?

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet should only be used to prevent asthma attacks. It should not be used to stop an attack that has already started. Use your child’s reliever medicine to help with an attack that has already started.

What is Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet?

Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Montelukast and Levocetirizine. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which helps to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and cough. It works by lowering chemicals in the body that cause allergy symptoms. Montelukast works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose. This further helps to relieve the symptoms.

Can the use of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?

Yes, the most common side effect of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet is sleepiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention unless your doctor says that you may do so. Do not drink alcohol or take other central nervous system depressants, such as cough and cold medicines. Also avoid taking certain pain relief medicines and medicines that help you sleep as they can lead to severe drowsiness or can worsen it, causing falls or accidents.

Can Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?

No, Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any side effects of this medicine or the symptoms of allergy are worsened, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Can the use of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet?

No, do not take alcohol while taking Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet.

Will Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?

No, taking a higher dose of this medicine than recommended will not make it more effective. Consuming higher than the recommended dose of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet can cause increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Montral Kid 2.5 mg/4 mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.

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