Centiluk Tablet (Levocetirizine 5mg / Montelukast 10mg)

Centiluk 5 mg/10 mg Tablet is prescribed to relieve the symptoms like runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, sneezing, hives that are usually related to all-year-round as well as seasonal allergies. It can be used in the form of combination therapy, meaning you may be prescribed this drug along with other medications.

The medicine blocks histamine and leukotriene (natural substances). These are the body generates during the time of an allergic reaction. Thus this medication relieves you of the symptoms of the reaction.

It is used for the treatment of the symptoms that are associated with allergies, both seasonal and all-year-round. This medication can also be used to get relief from itching caused due to hives.

The dosage of this medicine depends on your age, the severity of your condition, medical history and your body’s reaction after the first dose. You should also keep in mind not to stop these medicines suddenly as there is a possibility that your symptoms may get worse.

The side effects of this medication can vary depending on the age group. The mild side effects do not stay long, but you can consult your doctor for a solution. There are some serious side effects though, that need immediate treatment, like:

Allergic reactions, that can cause itching, swelling of your face or throat, or a rash

Problems related to the kidney, like trouble in urinating, changes in your usual amount of urine or blood in urine

Blurred vision

Yellowing of your skin or the eyes

Difficulty breathing

Sudden mood changes like getting agitated, aggressive, having suicidal thoughts

This medication is known to cause drowsiness, especially in the initial hours. Refrain yourself from activities like driving or using machinery during this period. Also, avoid alcohol as it can further raise your risk of feeling drowsy.

Primary use of this medication is as follows:

Allergic Rhinitis

Utricaria

Rhinitis

Bronchospasm

Other Allergic Conditions

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Following are some of the common side effects that may occur:

Sleepiness

Headache

Blurred Vision

Running Nose And Cough

Dry Mouth

Diarrhoea

Nausea Or Vomiting

Difficulty In Passing Urine

Are there any missed dose instructions?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.

Are there any overdose instructions?

Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of overdose may include Dizziness, Restlessness, and Confusion. Supportive measures like Gastric Lavage might be initiated based on the severity of symptoms.

This medicine is a combination of levocetirizine and montelukast. They belong to the class of antihistamine and leukotriene receptor antagonist. Thus it works via dual mechanism.

Firstly, it selectively inhibits the peripheral H1 receptors thereby reducing the histamine levels in the body. And secondly, it antagonizes the action of leukotriene. It specifically acts on allergies caused in the stomach and intestine, blood vessels and airways leading to the lung.