QLEV-M Tablet
Prescription Required
MANUFACTURER/mARKETIER
Q2 Pharma Pvt. Ltd.
SALT COMPOSITION
Levocetirizine (5mg) + Montelukast (10mg)
STORAGE
Store below 30°C
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Qlev - M 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.
Qlev - M 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.
USES OF QLEV - M TABLET
BENEFITS OF qLEV - M TABLET
In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Qlev - M Tablet is a combination medicine that provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
SIDE EFFECTS OF QLEV - M TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Qlev - M
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Sleepiness
- Vomiting
HOW TO USE QLEV - M TABLET
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. QLEV - M Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW QLEV - M TABLET WORKS
QLEV - M 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.
SAFETY ADVICE
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Qlev - M Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Qlev - M 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.
UNSAFE
Qlev - M Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding.
Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE
Qlev - M Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy.
Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Qlev - M Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.
Dose adjustment of Qlev - M Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Qlev - M Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
CAUTION
Qlev - M Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease.
Dose adjustment of Qlev - M Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Qlev - M Tablet in these patients.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Quick tips:
- You have been prescribed Qlev - M 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 Qlev - M Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking Qlev - M 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 Qlev - M Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
