Desloratadine (5mg)+ Montelukast (10mg)
Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, vomiting, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, fatigue, and headache. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Monte Forte
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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. Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Desloratadine and Montelukast, which treats sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies. Desloratadine is an antiallergic which blocks the action a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms.
Related Warnings
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No, Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any problem due to Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Yes, the use of Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet 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.
Do not take it with any fruit juices including apple, orange or grapefruit, as they might make the drug less effective. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet.
No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can increase the risks of side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
No, Monte Forte 5mg/10mg Tablet cannot be recommended to breastfeeding mothers. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding the baby.
