Rid-AR Tablet

How to use Rid-AR Tablet

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. Rid-AR Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Rid-AR Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Levocetirizine and Montelukast, which relieves sneezing and runny nose due to allergies. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which 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.

Expert Advice

• You have been prescribed Rid-AR Tablet 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 Rid-AR Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
• Do not drink alcohol while taking Rid-AR Tablet 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 Rid-AR Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Rid-AR?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.

Q. What is Rid-AR?

Rid-AR is a combination of two medicines: Montelukast and Levocetirizine. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which helps to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and cough. It works by lowering chemicals in the body that cause allergy symptoms. Montelukast works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose. This further helps to relieve the symptoms.

Q. Can the use of Rid-AR cause drowsiness or sleepiness?

Yes, the most common side effect of Rid-AR is sleepiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention unless your doctor says that you may do so. Do not drink alcohol or take other central nervous system depressants, such as cough and cold medicines. Also avoid taking certain pain relief medicines and medicines that help you sleep as they can lead to severe drowsiness or can worsen it, causing falls or accidents.

Q. Can Rid-AR be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?

No, Rid-AR should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any side effects of this medicine or the symptoms of allergy are worsened, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. Can the use of Rid-AR cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Rid-AR can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Rid-AR?

No, do not take alcohol while taking Rid-AR. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by Rid-AR.

Q. Will Rid-AR be more effective if taken in higher doses?

No, taking a higher dose of this medicine than recommended will not make it more effective. Consuming higher than the recommended dose of Rid-AR can cause increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.Show moreShow less