Desloratadine + Montelukast

Dosage Forms Available

• Desloratadine + Montelukast is available in tablet form for oral administration.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults and adolescents above 15 years of age.

Contraindications

• Desloratadine + Montelukast is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to desloratadine, loratadine, montelukast, or any of the other ingredients in the formulation.

• It is also contraindicated in patients with severe liver impairment and severe kidney impairment.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This medicine can interact with macrolide antibiotics (such as erythromycin), antifungals (such as ketoconazole), CYP3A4 inducers (such as phenytoin or rifampin), antihistamines (such as diphenhydramine) and CNS depressants (such as diazepam).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Desloratadine + Montelukast may cause severe drowsiness. In such a case, seek immediate medical attention.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at once.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Nonetheless, if you experience any side effects, try taking the medicine with food or at bedtime.

• Drinking plenty of water may also help to alleviate dry mouth.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Desloratadine + Montelukast can cause drowsiness and dizziness. If you experience these side effects, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with a history of mental health disorders should use Desloratadine + Montelukast with caution.

• Elderly patients should also use it cautiously as they may have reduced kidney function.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Avoid potential allergens, such as dust and pollen, as much as possible.

• Keep windows closed during high pollen seasons.

• Wash your hands frequently to decrease the chance of contaminating your eyes or nose with allergens.

• Use air purifiers to reduce indoor allergens.