Rox-LC Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.
Rox-LC Syrup 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 doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are stomach upset, dryness in mouth, fatigue, sedation, and allergic reaction. 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 can also 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 make dizziness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Cough is a sudden, forceful expulsion of air that helps clear any mucus or irritant in the throat or airways. If it happens more frequently, due to an underlying disease or an allergy, it can be bothersome. Rox-LC Syrup helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
Side effects of Rox-LC Syrup
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 Rox-LC
Fatigue
Dizziness
Upset stomach
Dryness in mouth
Sedation
Allergic reaction
How to use Rox-LC Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Rox-LC Syrup may be taken with or without food.
How Rox-LC Syrup works
Rox-LC Syrup is a combination of two medicines:.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rox-LC Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Rox-LC Syrup is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Rox-LC Syrup is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Rox-LC Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Rox-LC Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rox-LC Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
What if you forget to take Rox-LC Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Rox-LC Syrup, 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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This combination medicine helps relieve runny nose, sneezing and productive cough.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Rox-LC Syrup can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Rox-LC Syrup at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 14 days.
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Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
My daughter has been prescribed Montair LC kid syrup for 3 months (8.5 ml once a day for 1st month, alternate day for 2nd month and twice a week for 3rd month) for frequent cough. Wanted to know if the medicine is ok in this scenario. Montair lc kid 4mg/2.5 mg syrup is prescribed
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
This medicine is used for treatment of certain types of cough, mainly non infective eitiology
I have problem of severe dry cough with asthduring Navaratri to Diwali since childhood, esonofillya increase.Antibiotic,hetrozen usual works but takes one month.All testing done, ellergic problem. Suggest treatment
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
montair LC twice daily for 7 dayssyrup Grilinctus BM 5 ml thrice daily for 5 days
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Rox-LC Syrup. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by Rox-LC Syrup.
Can I breastfeed while taking Rox-LC Syrup?
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Rox-LC Syrup. This medicine contains Cetirizine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
Can the use of Rox-LC Syrup cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Rox-LC Syrup may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Do not drive car, operate machinery, work at heights or participate in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while you are taking this medicine.
Will Rox-LC Syrup be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Can the use of Rox-LC Syrup cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of Rox-LC Syrup 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.
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