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INTRODUCTION ABOUT AKAIR LC SYRUP
AKAIR LC SYRUP is used in children for the management of signs and symptoms of allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, nasal itching, red, watery or itchy eyes, throat irritation, cough, headache and tiredness), chronic idiopathic urticaria (allergic skin reaction with red raised itchy bumps on skin) and bronchial asthma.
It contains a combination of two medicines namely, Levocetirizine and Montelukast which effectively reduces the allergic reactions triggered in your body. Use AKAIR LC SYRUP under medical supervision. Usually, it is prescribed for 14-15 days or for more duration based on your child’s health condition. Therefore, follow the dosing schedule appropriately to effectively control the triggers to allergic responses.
Before administering this medicine to your child, inform your doctor if your child has any kidney problems, history of asthma as a precaution. It is ideal for use in children (aged between 2-12 years).
The most common side effects of taking AKAIR LC SYRUP are upper respiratory tract infection, fever, cough, inflammation of the pharynx, dryness of mouth, headache and sleepiness. Talk to your doctor if any of these side effect troubles your child.
USES OF AKAIR LC SYRUP
It is used in children for the management of signs and symptoms associated with:
- Allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, nasal itching, red, watery or itchy eyes, throat irritation, cough, headache and tiredness)
- Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria (skin rashes and flares)
- Bronchial Asthma (breathing difficulties)
HOW AKAIR LC SYRUP WORKS
AKAIR LC SYRUP contains two medicines namely, levocetirizine and montelukast.
- Levocetirizine: It is an antihistamine that blocks the action of histamine, a chemical released by the immune system during an allergic reaction. By blocking histamine, it reduces symptoms like itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes.
- Montelukast: It is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks the action of leukotrienes, chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, swelling, and constriction of the airways. This helps in reducing airway inflammation and controlling asthma symptoms, as well as treating allergic rhinitis.
Together, this combination provides relief from allergy symptoms while also controlling asthma attacks and reducing inflammation in the airways.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
- Use AKAIR LC SYRUP as advised by your physician
- Typically, the medicine is taken once daily, preferably in the evening, or as directed by your doctor.
- This medicine can be taken with or without food but taking it with food may help reduce any potential stomach upset.
- For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse the medicine in a glass of water. Consume the mixture immediately once the medicine completely dissolves.
- For Chewable tablet: Chew the medicine in the mouth. Do not swallow the medicine.
- For Syrups, Suspension: Shake the medicine well before use. Measure the required amount of the medicine in the measuring cup provided within the pack and make your child drink it.
- Stick to the dosage and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not increase the dose or stop the medication without consulting your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF AKAIR LC SYRUP
Common Side Effects of AKAIR LC SYRUP:
- upper respiratory infection
- cough, cold, fever or flu-like symptoms
- pharyngitis (inflammation of the pharynx)
- headache and tiredness
- dizziness, sleepiness
- nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, thirst, stomach pain, diarrhea, indigestion
- otitis media (inflammation or infection of the ears)
- skin rash
- bleeding from the nose
- muscle pain, joint pain
Stop using this medicine and contact doctor immediately if your child experiences any of the following side effects:
- neuropsychiatric disorders (such as agitation, anxiety, depression, disorientation, hyperactivity, nightmares, hallucinations, insomnia, memory impairment, walking in the sleep, tremor, attention disturbance)
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Use with CautionAKAIR LC SYRUP may cause sleepiness in your child. Therefore, refrain your child from driving or playing outdoors.
KIDNEY
Consult your doctorAKAIR LC SYRUP is not recommended for use in children with severe kidney impairment. It should be taken with extreme caution in children with kidney disease.
LIVER
Use with CautionAKAIR LC SYRUP should be taken with caution in children with liver disease.
ALLERGY
ContraindicatedBefore administering AKAIR LC SYRUP to your child inform your doctor if your child is allergic to Montelukast or Levocetirizine.
LUNGS
ContraindicatedAKAIR LC SYRUP is not recommended for use in children with asthma attacks.
USE IN PEDIATRICS
Consult your doctorAKAIR LC SYRUP is ideal for use in children aged between 2-12 years. Your child’s doctor will examine your child’s age, body weight and health condition and suggest the suitable dosage and duration of therapy. For children aged above 12 years, you must consult your doctor for an optimum dosage.
OTHERS
AKAIR LC SYRUP is not recommended for use if your child:
- has galactose intolerance (inherited condition in which the body cannot convert galactose to glucose)
- has Lapp lactase deficiency (deficiency of the enzyme lactase in the body)
- has glucose-galactose malabsorption
- has phenylketonuria (release of phenylalanine in urine)
Before administering AKAIR LC SYRUP to your child, inform your physician if your child:
- has or at risk of having epilepsy
- has scheduled allergy skin tests
- has sensitivity to aspirin or other NSAIDs
- has any predisposing factors of urinary retention (Ex. spinal cord lesion, prostatic hyperplasia)
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
- CNS depressants (Ex. phenobarbital)
- phenytoin (used to manage epilepsy)
- rifampicin (used to manage tuberculosis)
- ritonavir (a medicine used to manage viral infections)
- theophylline (a medicine used to manage asthma)
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else take too much of AKAIR LC SYRUP, contact your doctor immediately or go to a hospital straight away. Overdosage symptoms of AKAIR LC SYRUP might include stomach pain, thirst, sleepiness, headache, vomiting, hyperactivity, agitation, excitation and restlessness.
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | : | Levocetirizine, Montelukast |
| Pharmacological Category | : | H1 receptor antagonist, Leukotriene Receptor Blocker |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Allergic rhinitis, urticaria, asthma |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Softgel capsule, Dispersible tablet, Syrup, Suspension |
FAQs ABOUT AKAIR LC SYRUP
Q: How long does it take for AKAIR LC SYRUP to provide relief from symptoms?
A: Following oral administration with AKAIR LC SYRUP, it is believed to provide relief from the symptoms of allergy within 30 minutes to an hour.
Q: Can AKAIR LC SYRUP be used to manage acute asthma attacks?
A: No, it is only used to reduce the risk of having an asthma attack. It should not be used on an asthma attack that has been started already.
Q: Can AKAIR LC SYRUP be used in infants?
A: There is no proper research done on the safety and effectiveness of levocetirizine + montelukast combination in infants aged between 6-12 years of age. Therefore, consult your child’s doctor for the optimum dosage and duration of therapy.
Q: Can AKAIR LC SYRUP make you feel sleepy?
A: Yes, AKAIR LC SYRUP may make you feel sleepy or drowsy. Try to rest and relax.
Q: Is AKAIR LC SYRUP safe to use in patients with kidney problems?
A: AKAIR LC SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney impairment. It should be taken with extreme caution in patients with kidney disease.
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