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Is Telekast-1 Safe To Take Long Term?
Hello Doctor, I had cold cough,for that doctor prescribed me Grand clav and Grilllinctus cough syrup,after that cough persists so Telekast-l for 15 days,but if i stop medicine cough starts and again started Telekast-l it is ok so how long i should take and is it safe for long use Thanks, Jagjit arora
Sat, 23 Jan 2021
Hi,
Telekast L contains Levocetirizine and Monteleukast. Levocetirizine is an antihistaminic to treat the allergic reaction which is mainly due to the release of histamine and its resultant local action. Levocetirizine blocks the histamine release thereby, it reduces the allergic reaction caused by the substance. Side effects of the drug are dizziness, dry mouth, nausea, etc.
Monteleukast is a Leukotriene antagonist which helps to cure the inflammation of the bronchial airways thereby improving breathing. It is used in allergic rhinitis, chronic asthmatic attacks, bronchitis, etc. Side effects of the drug are headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Prolonged use of Monteleukast can cause memory problems and other mental health problems. Prolonged use means more than 6 weeks. Discuss with your doctor for duration of treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pradeepraj, General & Family Physician
Telekast L contains Levocetirizine and Monteleukast. Levocetirizine is an antihistaminic to treat the allergic reaction which is mainly due to the release of histamine and its resultant local action. Levocetirizine blocks the histamine release thereby, it reduces the allergic reaction caused by the substance. Side effects of the drug are dizziness, dry mouth, nausea, etc.
Monteleukast is a Leukotriene antagonist which helps to cure the inflammation of the bronchial airways thereby improving breathing. It is used in allergic rhinitis, chronic asthmatic attacks, bronchitis, etc. Side effects of the drug are headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Prolonged use of Monteleukast can cause memory problems and other mental health problems. Prolonged use means more than 6 weeks. Discuss with your doctor for duration of treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pradeepraj, General & Family Physician
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