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Elcicast Strip Of 10 Tablets

Name: Elcicast Strip Of 10 Tablets
Brand: ELCICAST
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Overview

Elcicast Tablet contains a combination of montelukast and levocetirizine as its active ingredients. It is used to provide relief from allergic rhinitis, including a runny or stuffy nose, airway blockage, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and other allergic symptoms. Elcicast Tablet blocks the release of chemical substances, such as histamine and leukotrienes, responsible for these allergic reactions.

Elcicast Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor, in the correct doses and for the exact duration prescribed. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Your doctor may advise you to take Elcicast Tablet, preferably at bedtime, as it may cause dizziness.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Elcicast Tablet should be taken as instructed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It should preferably be taken at night. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Elcicast Tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effect of Elcicast Tablet during pregnancy. It is recommended to avoid taking this medicine unless it is prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor about your pregnancy or if you think that you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Elcicast Tablet while breastfeeding?

A component of Elcicast Tablet passes into human breast milk and may cause drowsiness in the newborn baby. It is recommended to avoid taking this medicine while breastfeeding unless it is prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are a breast-feeding mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Elcicast Tablet?

You may feel dizziness or drowsiness after taking Elcicast Tablet. Thus, it is advised to be cautious while driving or operating any machinery after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Elcicast Tablet?

It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption during the treatment as it might alter your alertness and increase side effects. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are taking medicines for allergies (corticosteroids) like Prednisone and Prednisolone.
You are already taking painkillers like aspirin as it can increase the risk of asthma.
You experience a rash or difficulty in breathing.
You are suffering from a psychiatric illness.
You are suffering from a genetic disorder called phenylketonuria.
You are not able to empty the bladder completely.
This medicine can cause anxiety, aggression, lack of sleep and suicidal thoughts. In case you experience any of these, immediately inform your doctor.
Elcicast Tablet is not meant for relief from acute asthma. Use your inhaler for asthma relief in an acute attack.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose of Elcicast Tablet may cause drowsiness, aggression, restlessness, thirst and headache.
If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit your nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember.
If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Montelukast blocks certain natural substances called leukotrienes which may cause allergies. It acts by reducing the swelling, relaxes airways and helps to make breathing easier.
Levocetirizine blocks histamine a natural substance, which is produced by the body during allergic reactions.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take Elcicast Tablet during an asthma attack?

No, it will not help in an acute attack of asthma. It is advised to take appropriate rescue medicine like inhalers given by your doctor during an asthma attack. Keep taking Elcicast Tablet as well and do not stop it abruptly.

Can I stop taking Elcicast Tablet if symptoms of allergy go away?

No, you should take this medicine for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Stopping this medicine in between the treatment may revert the allergic symptoms.

When should I take the Elcicast?

You should take this medicine during day or night, as advised by your doctor. Sometimes, this medicine may induce drowsiness in some people as one of its side effects. Hence, the doctor usually recommends taking this medicine at bedtime.