Rupatadine + Montelukast
Information about Rupatadine + Montelukast
Rupatadine + montelukast uses
Rupatadine+Montelukast is used in the treatment of sneezing and runny nose due to allergies.
How rupatadine + montelukast works
This is a combination of two medicines: Rupatadine and Montelukast, which treats sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies. Rupatadine 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.
Common side effects of rupatadine + montelukast
Dryness in mouth, Diarrhea, Sleepiness, Headache, Fatigue, Dizziness, Upper respiratory tract infection, Fever, Abdominal pain, Drowsiness, Joint pain, Muscle pain, Behavioral changes, Hypersensitivity, Convulsion, Increased bleeding tendency, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Suicidal thoughts, Churg-Strauss syndrome
Available Medicine for Rupatadine + Montelukast
Expert advice for Rupatadine + Montelukast
- You have been prescribed Rupatadine + Montelukast 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 Rupatadine + Montelukast can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking Rupatadine + Montelukast 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 Rupatadine + Montelukast at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.