Is it safe to take Montair or Montair LC for four to five months for a cough and high allergy levels, and can these tablets cause any side effects on the lungs, especially for someone who has a past history of fluid around the lungs? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Is it safe to take Montair or Montair LC for four to five months for a cough and high allergy levels, and can these tablets cause any side effects on the lungs, especially for someone who has a past history of fluid around the lungs?

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Is it safe to take Montair or Montair LC for four to five months for a cough and high allergy levels, and can these tablets cause any side effects on the lungs, especially for someone who has a past history of fluid around the lungs?

Asked by Female, 26 · 5 hours ago

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

5 hours ago

Taking Montair (montelukast) or Montair LC (montelukast with levocetirizine) for four to five months is generally safe and common for managing chronic allergies, provided it is supervised by your doctor. Importantly, these medications do not cause lung damage or fluid accumulation around the lungs; instead, they work to reduce airway inflammation. Your past history of fluid around the lungs should not be affected by these tablets, but it is always best to keep your prescribing physician informed of your complete medical history so they can monitor your progress safely.

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