Alocet M: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Alocet M Benefits & Uses

Alocet M is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Asthma

Alocet M Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 4 mg montelukast and 2.5 mg levocetirizine
Adult	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine
Geriatric	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg montelukast and 5 mg levocetirizine

Alocet M Related Warnings

Is the use of Alocet M safe for pregnant women?

Alocet M should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Alocet M safe during breastfeeding?

Alocet M may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Alocet M on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Alocet M on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alocet M on the Liver?

Side effects of Alocet M on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alocet M on the Heart?

Information about safety of Alocet M for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Alocet M with Other Drugs

Alocet M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Alprazolam

Codeine

Alocet M Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alocet M unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alocet M

Is this Alocet M habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Alocet M.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alocet M as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Alocet M only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Alocet M in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Alocet M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alocet M

There is no information on the effects of taking Alocet M with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Alocet M

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Alocet M with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Alocet M

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Alocet M with montelukast?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Alocet M can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Alocet M cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Although, Alocet M is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted effects.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Alocet M?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Alocet M is the brand name of levocetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Alocet M with ambroxol?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Alocet M can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Alocet M without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Alocet M is a prescription drug so do not take it without a consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.