Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml

Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml is an antihistamine/antiallergic medicine used in the treatment of allergies. It helps provide relief from various allergic reactions such as cold, runny nose, sneezing, etc. in children. An allergic reaction is a response that occurs when the foreign particles enter the body. This allergic reaction may vary from person to person.

Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml is an anti-allergic medicine containing Montelukast and Levocetirizine. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist, which blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose. Levocetirizine works by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger called ‘histamine. This chemical messenger is naturally involved in allergic reactions. Together, this medicine helps to relieve discomfort and unpleasant symptoms, like blocked/runny/itchy nose, and red/watery eyes that occur due to allergic conditions.

Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml may cause certain side effects in your child such as abdominal pain, headache, cold-like nose symptoms (in children), or diarrhoea (in children). These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your paediatrician. Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml should be taken as advised by your doctor. Do not give more than the prescribed dose of Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml to the child. Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml can be given with or without food. The dose of the medicine will be decided by your pediatrician depending upon the type and severity of the infection.

Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml is intended for paediatric use only. Avoid giving Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml to your child if she/he is allergic to any of the components present in the formulation. Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition including his current medications and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform your child’s doctor about liver and kidney disease.

Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml is a combination medicine containing levocetirizine (antihistamine) and montelukast (leukotriene antagonist). Montelukast works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose. Levocetirizine works by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger called ‘histamine. This chemical messenger is naturally involved in allergic reactions. 

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach upset
• Indigestion

Drug-Drug Interactions: Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml has interactions with antibiotics (azithromycin, erythromycin), antacids (cimetidine), anti-fungal (ketoconazole), respiratory disease medicine (theophylline), and decongestant (pseudoephedrine), anti-viral or anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before administering Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml if your child has any history of kidney or liver disease.

• AZITHROMYCIN
• ERYTHROMYCIN
• CIMETIDINE
• RITONAVIR
• KETOCONAZOLE

• The child’s immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. Hence try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
• Sleeping for 7-9 hours each night can make your child stay fit and safe.
• It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
• Make your child drink more fluids to avoid dehydration.

Allergic reaction: An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. Nukast-4 Syrup 60 ml helps to relieve discomfort and unpleasant symptoms, like blocked/runny/itchy nose, and red/watery eyes that occur due to allergic conditions.