
| Salt Composition: | Levocetirizine (2.5mg) + Montelukast (4mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Unilight Pharma |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Lucotriz LC 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. Lucotriz LC 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.
Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg 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.
Can I give my child cough and allergy medicine together if they have a persistent cough and allergic symptoms?
No, it is not recommended to mix cough and allergy medicines. This can lead to double dosing of active ingredients, resulting in serious side effects. Instead, consult with your child's doctor for proper guidance on managing their symptoms.
Can I adjust the dose of Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet if my child starts to feel better?
No, it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dose by your child's doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose without consulting your child's doctor, as it can impact their health. Stopping the medicine suddenly or decreasing the dose can cause rebound reversal of symptoms, while increasing the dose may lead to unwanted effects like sedation and depression.
How should I store Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet?
Store Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Additionally, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid accidental intake.
Can Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet make my child sleepy?
Yes, Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet can cause mild drowsiness, which may make your child sleepy. However, never give this medicine to your child to induce sleep, as it may mask underlying sleep disorders like insomnia.
Can I start the course of Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet if my child has a sports event in the next two days?
No, it is recommended to consult with your child's doctor before starting Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet, especially if your child is an athlete. The medicine may cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness, which can impact their performance.
Can I stop the medicine by myself?
No, it is not recommended to stop Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet without consulting your child's doctor. Sudden withdrawal of the medicine may cause all symptoms to reappear, especially if taken for a long-term. It is advised to stop the medicine gradually under the guidance of your child's doctor.
Is it safe to give Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet to my child if they have a mood disorder?
Some studies suggest that Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet may cause mood disorders, hallucinations, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, shakiness, and trouble controlling body movements. Therefore, consult your child's doctor before giving this medicine to your child, especially if they have a pre-existing mood disorder.
Can I use Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet to treat acute asthma attacks in my child?
No, Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet is only intended 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.
Never combine Lucotriz LC Kid 2.5mg/4mg Tablet with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects. It helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started as it will not help.