VENTIDOX DL 5MG/10MG TAB

Overview

VENTIDOX DL 5MG/10MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

VENTIDOX DL 5MG/10MG TAB is composed of: MONTELUKAST (10.0 MG), DESLORATADINE (5.0 MG)

Montelukast works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies. Montelukast is used in asthma prevention and sneezing and runny nose due to allergies. Montelukast is also used to prevent exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (narrowing of the air passages in the lungs) in adults and teenagers who are at least 15 years old and are not already taking this medicine for other conditions. Montelukast is also used to treat symptoms of year-round (perennial) allergies in adults and children who are at least 6 months old. It is also used to treat symptoms of seasonal allergies in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.

Usage

MONTELUKAST is generally used to treat: Asthma
MONTELUKAST can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Runny Nose

DESLORATADINE is generally used to treat: Hives
DESLORATADINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, suicidal thoughts, mental problem, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.  It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MONTELUKAST over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Increased Thirst, Drowsiness, Vomit, Abdomen Pain
DESLORATADINE over-dosage can result in: Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Common Side-Effects

MONTELUKAST : Abdomen Pain, Head Headache, Arms Joint Pain, Tightness, Difficulty Swallowing, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)
DESLORATADINE : Dry Mouth, Drowsiness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Head Headache, Nausea, Fatigue (tiredness), Dizziness, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Difficulty Sleeping

Serious Side-Effects

MONTELUKAST : Hallucinations, Depressed Mood, Weakness (generalized)

Rare Side-Effects

MONTELUKAST : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching

Technical Classification

MONTELUKAST is categorized as: LEUKOTRIENE MODIFIERS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
DESLORATADINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALLERDE M TAB	INR 66 for 10 TABLETS	DESLORATADINE , MONTELUKAST
ALORTI-M TAB	INR 135 for 10 TABLETS	MONTELUKAST , DESLORATADINE
D MONTUS 400MG/10MG TAB	INR 124.8 for 10 TABLETS	DESLORATADINE 400.0 MG, MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG
D MONTUS 5MG/10MG TAB	INR 150 for 10 TABLETS	MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, DESLORATADINE 5.0 MG
DAZIT M 5MG/10MG TAB	INR 139 for 10 TABLETS	MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, DESLORATADINE 5.0 MG
DAZIT M TAB	INR 139 for 10 TABLETS	MONTELUKAST 10 MG, DESLORATADINE 5 MG
DEZLORID M TAB	INR 139 for 10 TABLETS	MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, DESLORATADINE 5.0 MG
MONDESLOR 5MG/10MG TAB	INR 139 for 10 TABLETS	MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, DESLORATADINE 5.0 MG
MONDESLOR TAB	INR 139 for 10 TABLETS	MONTELUKAST 10 MG, DESLORATADINE 5 MG
VENTIDOX DL 5MG/10MG TAB	INR 80 for 10 TABLETS	MONTELUKAST 10.0 MG, DESLORATADINE 5.0 MG
VENTIDOX DL TAB	INR 80 for 10 TABLETS	MONTELUKAST 10 MG, DESLORATADINE 5 MG