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Levokast Ab Tablet is used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma attacks, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) and allergic rhinitis (hay fever). It contains Acebrophylline and Montelukast, which work by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs.

It may cause common side effects such as headache, sore throat/cough, vomiting, upset stomach, diarrhea, heartburn, runny nose, rash, itching, drowsiness, restlessness, abdominal pain (stomach pain), and nasal inflammation. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

TTK Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Levokast Ab Tablet

Levokast Ab Tablet is primarily used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma attacks, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) and allergic rhinitis (hay fever). Asthma is a condition in which the airways narrow and swell, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases which includes emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes).

Levokast Ab Tablet is a combination of Acebrophylline and Montelukast. Acebrophylline works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Montelukast blocks the leukotrienes (chemicals), thereby reducing inflammation and swelling in the nose.

The common side effects of Levokast Ab Tablet include headache, sore throat/cough, vomiting, upset stomach, diarrhoea, heartburn, runny nose, rash, itching, drowsiness, restlessness, abdominal pain, and nasal inflammation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects persist, please contact your doctor.

Your doctor will advise the dose and duration of the course based on the severity of your disease. Levokast Ab Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush, or break it.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components. Levokast Ab Tablet is not intended for use during an acute asthma attack. Your doctor may suggest other medications for your sudden asthma attack. It is advisable to check with your doctor if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines before starting Levokast Ab Tablet.

Uses of Levokast Ab Tablet

Levokast Ab Tablet is used in the treatment and prevention of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The detailed uses of Levokast Ab Tablet are as follows:

  • Manages Asthma: Levokast Ab Tablet helps prevent and control asthma symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, and chest tightness by relaxing the airway muscles and widening the air passages in the lungs.
  • Manages COPD: Levokast Ab Tablet is used to manage COPD, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis. It helps relieve airflow obstruction in the lungs by relaxing muscles and reducing airway inflammation.
  • Prevents Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm: Levokast Ab Tablet helps prevent breathing difficulties caused by sudden tightening of airway muscles (bronchospasm) during physical activity, especially in asthma patients.
  • Manages Allergic Rhinitis: Levokast Ab Tablet may help relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, such as sneezing, itching, runny nose, and nasal congestion, by blocking the action of leukotrienes, chemicals responsible for inflammation in the nasal passages.

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Directions for Use

  • Levokast Ab Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Swallow Levokast Ab Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Levokast Ab Tablet contains Acebrophylline and Montelukast.
  • Acebrophylline is a bronchodilator that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs.
  • Acebrophylline also has muco-regulating/mucolytic (dissolves thick mucus and helps relieve breathing difficulties) and anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Montelukast blocks leukotrienes (chemicals released in response when a body comes in contact with an allergen) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose.
  • It also inhibits bronchoconstriction (narrowing of airways in the lungs that lead to breathing difficulties).
  • Montelukast is also used to relieve exercise-induced bronchospasm (shortness of breath that occurs only during exercise).
  • Levokast Ab Tablet dissolves thick mucus and helps relieve breathing difficulties.

How Levokast Ab Tablet Works

Levokast Ab Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Acebrophylline (bronchodilator) and Montelukast (leukotriene receptor antagonist). Acebrophylline works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Acebrophylline also has mucoregulating/mucolytic (dissolves thick mucus and helps relieve breathing difficulties) and anti-inflammatory properties. Montelukast blocks the leukotrienes (chemicals released in response when a body comes in contact with an allergen), thereby reducing inflammation and swelling in the nose. It also inhibits bronchoconstriction (narrowing of airways in the lungs that lead to breathing difficulties) and is used in treating asthma and allergic rhinitis.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Levokast Ab Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Levokast Ab Tablet as it may cause serious adverse effects. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not stop taking this medicine of your own unless advised by your doctor.
  • Before taking Levokast Ab Tablet, let your doctor know if you have heart, liver, kidney and lung diseases, neuropsychiatric disorders like seizures (fits) and depression, phenylketonuria (birth defect caused by the build-up of an amino acid called phenylalanine in the body), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), high blood pressure, stomach ulcers and viral infections.
  • Levokast Ab Tablet is not intended for use during an acute asthma attack.
  • Therapy with medicines like Montelukast should be cautiously administered in patients with neuropsychiatric disorders.
  • Please seek medical advice if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines before starting Levokast Ab Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Add ginger to foods or tea as it contains some anti-inflammatory compounds that can relax membranes in the airways and reduce cough, irritation, and swelling in the nasal passages.
  • Eat foods rich in potassium, such as tomatoes, bananas, asparagus, oranges, potatoes, avocados, dark leafy greens, and beetroot, as potassium is important for lung function and potassium deficiency may cause breathing problems.
  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drink liquids at room temperature to get relief from runny nose, cough, and sneezing.
  • Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress.
  • Quit smoking as it may reduce the effectiveness of the Levokast Ab Tablet and irritate the lungs, worsening breathing problems.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents), such as pollen, dust, etc. Also, certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY STIMULANTS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Levokast Ab Tablet to avail the maximum benefits and prevent the worsening of side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Levokast Ab Tablet is recommended to use with caution and under doctor's supervision during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to conceive or already pregnant before starting Levokast Ab Tablet.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

There is limited data on how Levokast Ab Tablet affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Levokast Ab Tablet.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness or difficulty in concentrating while using Levokast Ab Tablet. Levokast Ab Tablet may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Levokast Ab Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of hepatic impairment before taking Levokast Ab Tablet.

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Kidney

Caution

Levokast Ab Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Levokast Ab Tablet is not recommended for use for children less than two years of age. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the condition of the child's disease and age.

FAQs

Levokast Ab Tablet is used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma attacks, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD)Â and allergic rhinitis (hay fever).

Levokast Ab Tablet consists of Acebrophylline and Montelukast. Acebrophylline is a bronchodilator that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks leukotrienes (chemicals released in response when a body comes in contact with an allergen) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose.

Please take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Levokast Ab Tablet is not recommended for use during a sudden asthma attack since it does not act right away. It is advised to please consult your doctor to prescribe a fast-acting inhaler for rescuing your sudden breathing problems.

Therapy with leukotriene receptor antagonists like Montelukast may worsen the symptoms of psychotic events in patients with a history of mental illness. Careful administration and monitoring are essential before taking Levokast Ab Tablet in patients with neuropsychiatric disorders. Please consult your doctor before taking Levokast Ab Tablet if you have been diagnosed or have a history of mental illness like depression, seizures (fits) etc.

It is essential to let your doctor know if you have any history of heart, liver, kidney, and lung diseases, neuropsychiatric disorders like seizures (fits) and depression, phenylketonuria (birth defect caused by the build-up of an amino acid called phenylalanine in the body), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), high blood pressure, stomach ulcers and viral infections before taking Levokast Ab Tablet.

No, you are advised not to take atenolol while using Levokast Ab Tablet because atenolol opposes the action of Levokast Ab Tablet as it narrows the airways and causes breathing difficulty.

Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water. Do not chew it. Levokast Ab Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dosage and duration depend on individual factors.

Taking more than the recommended dosage does not provide additional pain relief and can increase the risk of adverse effects.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Levokast Ab Tablet without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms.

The common side effects of Levokast Ab Tablet include headache, sore throat/cough, vomiting, upset stomach, diarrhoea, heartburn, runny nose, rash, itching, drowsiness, restlessness, abdominal pain (stomach pain), and nasal inflammation. Most of these side effects of Levokast Ab Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please contact your doctor.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep out of sight and reach of children. To help protect the environment, avoid throwing away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your doctor or pharmacist regarding the disposal of medicines.

Levokast Ab Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Acebrophylline (bronchodilator) and Montelukast (leukotriene receptor antagonist).

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

6, Cathedral Road, Chennai - 600 086.
Other Info - LEV0708

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