Neficast M Oral Suspension 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.

Neficast M Oral Suspension is a combination of second generation H1 antihistaminic and leukotriene antagonist medicines..

Uses of Neficast M Oral Suspension

Treatment of Allergic skin conditions
Treatment of Hay fever

Benefits of Neficast M Oral Suspension

In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Neficast M Oral Suspension 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). Neficast M Oral Suspension 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. Neficast M Oral Suspension is a safe medicine which helps treat hay fever and makes us feel at ease.

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Side effects of Neficast M Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Neficast M

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

How to use Neficast M Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Neficast M Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Neficast M Oral Suspension works

Neficast M Oral Suspension 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

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Neficast M Oral Suspension may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Neficast M Oral Suspension is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Neficast M Oral Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Neficast M Oral Suspension may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Neficast M Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Neficast M Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, use of Neficast M Oral Suspension is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Neficast M Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Neficast M Oral Suspension is recommended.
Neficast M Oral Suspension is relatively safe to use in children. However, consult your child’s doctor in case of severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Neficast M Oral Suspension?

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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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₹90.0/Oral Suspension

Monticope Suspension

Mankind Pharma Ltd

₹40/oral suspension

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Monticope Suspension

Mankind Pharma Ltd

₹79.9/oral suspension

11% cheaper

Xyzal M Suspension

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

₹117.25/oral suspension

30% costlier

L Montus Oral Suspension

Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹117/oral suspension

30% costlier

Montas-L Suspension

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹90/oral suspension

same price

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Quick tips

Never combine Neficast M Oral Suspension with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects.
Neficast M Oral Suspension helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started, as it will not help.
If you are giving Neficast M Oral Suspension 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 Neficast M Oral Suspension 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 Neficast M Oral Suspension can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Neficast M Oral Suspension 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 Neficast M Oral Suspension 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

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

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