Leofast M 5mg/10mg 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.

Leofast M 5mg/10mg 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 Leofast M Tablet

Treatment of Allergic skin conditions
Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Treatment of Hay fever

Benefits of Leofast M Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment. It reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. Keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Leofast M 5mg/10mg 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.

In Treatment of Hay fever

Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. The only difference is that in hay fever, these symptoms are not produced due to a virus but are simply allergic responses of our body to allergens (allergy causing agents such as pollen). Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet is used to provide relief from these symptoms of hay fever. It works by blocking the release of the chemical substance responsible for producing such allergy symptoms. Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet is a safe medicine which helps treat hay fever and makes us feel at ease.

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Side effects of Leofast 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 Leofast M

Nausea
Diarrhea
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Headache
Skin rash
Sleepiness
Vomiting
Upper respiratory tract infection
Sore throat
Fever
Abdominal pain
Increased liver enzymes

How to use Leofast 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. Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Leofast M Tablet works

Leofast M 5mg/10mg 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

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Leofast M 5mg/10mg 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.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

What if you forget to take Leofast M Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Leofast M 5mg/10mg 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 Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Leofast M 5mg/10mg 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 Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

Runny nose, cold, sneezing etc

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

appears allergic get serum IgE level check and revert

Runny nose, light fever and sneezing

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Tab Metacin 500 1 tab SOS, Steam inhalation, Tab Loridin1 OD x 3 days

FAQs

What is Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet?

Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Montelukast and Levocetirizine. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which helps to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and cough. It works by lowering chemicals in the body that cause allergy symptoms. Montelukast works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose. This further helps to relieve the symptoms.

Can the use of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?

Yes, the most common side effect of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet is sleepiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention unless your doctor says that you may do so. Do not drink alcohol or take other central nervous system depressants, such as cough and cold medicines. Also avoid taking certain pain relief medicines and medicines that help you sleep as they can lead to severe drowsiness or can worsen it, causing falls or accidents.

Can Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?

No, Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any side effects of this medicine or the symptoms of allergy are worsened, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Can the use of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet?

No, do not take alcohol while taking Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet.

Will Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?

No, taking a higher dose of this medicine than recommended will not make it more effective. Consuming higher than the recommended dose of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet can cause increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Leofast M 5mg/10mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.

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