Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces inflammation in the airways and make breathing easier.
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces inflammation in the airways and make breathing easier.
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces inflammation in the airways and make breathing easier.
Alevo M 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, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, headache, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, and fatigue. 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 kidney disease.
03Uses
Treatment of Allergic skin conditions
Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Treatment of Hay fever
04How To Use
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. Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Alevo M 5mg/10mg 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Alevo M Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment. It reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. Keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.
08Side Effects
Nausea
Diarrhea
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Headache
Skin rash
Sleepiness
Vomiting
Upper respiratory tract infection
Sore throat
Fever
Abdominal pain
Increased liver enzymes
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding:UNSAFE
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving:UNSAFE
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver:CAUTION
Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
10Drug Tips
You have been prescribed Alevo M 5mg/10mg 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 Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Alevo M 5mg/10mg 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 Alevo M 5mg/10mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
References
Sources and references
Adsule SM, Misra D. Long term treatment with montelukast and levocetirizine combination in persistent allergic rhinitis: review of recent evidence. J Indian Med Assoc. 2010;108(6):381-382. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2020]. (online) Available from: View
