Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Levocetirizine (2.5mg) + Montelukast (4mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Cohiba Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet is a medication used to treat symptoms of allergy in children, such as runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes. Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg 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. Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet contains Levocetirizine and Montelukast, which work together to relieve sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies.
Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet contains Levocetirizine and Montelukast. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic that blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist that works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms.
Can I give my child a combination of cough and allergy medicines if they're experiencing persistent coughing and allergic symptoms?
No, it's not recommended to mix cough and allergy medicines. This can lead to double dosing of active ingredients, which may cause serious side effects.
Should I adjust the dose of Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet if my child starts feeling better?
No, it's essential to stick to the prescribed dosage by your child's doctor. Avoid increasing or decreasing the dose yourself, as this can impact their health and lead to unwanted effects like sedation and depression.
How should Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet be stored?
Store Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Ensure all medications are kept out of reach and sight of children to prevent accidental intake.
Can Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet make my child sleepy?
Yes, Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet may cause mild drowsiness. However, never use this medication to induce sleep in your child, as it can mask underlying sleep disorders like insomnia.
Is it safe for my child, an athlete, to start taking Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet before a sports event?
No, consult your child's doctor before starting Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet, especially if they have a sporting event scheduled soon. The medication can cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness, which may hamper their performance.
Can I stop my child's course of treatment with Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet on my own?
No, it's not recommended to suddenly stop taking Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet without guidance from your child's doctor. Sudden withdrawal can lead to the reappearance of symptoms.
Is it safe to give Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet to my child if they have a mood disorder?
Consult your child's doctor before giving Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet, especially if they have a history of mood disorders. Some studies suggest that the medication can cause mood-related issues, such as depression and anxiety.
Can I use Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet to treat acute asthma attacks in my child?
No, Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet is only intended for preventing asthma attacks, not treating ones that have already started. Use your child's reliever medication instead.
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. Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Never combine Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects.
- Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg 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 Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg 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: Abstain your child from coming in contact with allergens, Encourage your child to wear a face mask and avoid dusty places, Give plenty of fluids as it helps in thinning and loosening the mucus in the lungs.
Alcohol
Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeed
Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Bijokast Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet 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.
