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Montelukast + Levocetirizine 10 mg + 5 mg: uses, price & cheaper substitutes

Prescription required (Schedule H)

Common uses: Allergic rhinitis with nasal blockage, sneezing and runny nose, especially when an antihistamine alone is not enough; Allergic cough and wheeze linked to allergies.

Listed MRPs range from ₹1.88 to ₹27.99 per tablet across 6 listings. Use only on a doctor's prescription.

Price comparison

BrandManufacturerPackMRP₹ / tabletAs on
Montelukast Sodium 10mg and Levocetirizine 5mg Tablets IPJan AushadhiJan Aushadhi (PMBJP)10₹18.75₹1.8819 October 2026
Levocet MHetero Drugs Ltd10₹112.00₹11.2019 October 2026
L-MontusFourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd15₹352.00₹23.4719 October 2026
Montek LCSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd15₹404.00₹26.9319 October 2026
Telekast LLupin Ltd15₹404.95₹27.0019 October 2026
Montair LCCipla Ltd15₹419.79₹27.9919 October 2026

MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.

Uses

  • Allergic rhinitis with nasal blockage, sneezing and runny nose, especially when an antihistamine alone is not enough.
  • Allergic cough and wheeze linked to allergies.
  • Add-on treatment in asthma patients who also have allergic rhinitis, as prescribed by a doctor.
  • Seasonal and perennial (year-round) allergy symptoms.

How to take it

Take one tablet once a day in the evening, with or without food. Swallow with water. Do not take extra tablets for sudden symptoms – montelukast is a preventer, not a rescue medicine. Use it for the period your doctor advises, typically a few weeks during the allergy season.

Side effects

Common

  • Sleepiness or tiredness.
  • Headache.
  • Dry mouth.
  • Stomach upset.
  • Skin rash (uncommon).

Serious

Stop and get medical help urgently if you notice any of these.

  • Mood or behaviour changes – agitation, bad dreams, depression, sleep problems or suicidal thoughts (reported with montelukast). Stop and tell your doctor.
  • Severe allergic reaction – swelling of face or throat, breathing difficulty.
  • Very rarely, a condition with rash, numbness or worsening breathing (eosinophilic granulomatosis).
  • Severe drowsiness or difficulty passing urine.

Safety information

Alcohol

Avoid alcohol; it adds to drowsiness from levocetirizine.

Pregnancy

Ask your doctor. Montelukast is sometimes used in pregnancy if needed; levocetirizine is generally avoided unless clearly necessary.

Kidney problems

The levocetirizine part needs a lower dose in kidney disease, so this fixed combination may not suit people with reduced kidney function. Tell your doctor.

Liver problems

Tell your doctor about liver disease; dose adjustment may be needed.

Children

This strength is for adults and children 15 years and above. Younger children use paediatric "kid" strengths or syrup as prescribed.

Missed dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is almost time for the next dose. Do not take two tablets on the same day.

Interactions

  • Phenobarbital, phenytoin, rifampicin – can lower montelukast levels.
  • Alcohol and sedatives – increased drowsiness.
  • Other antihistamines – avoid doubling up with cold and cough combinations.
  • Gemfibrozil – may raise montelukast levels.
  • Ritonavir – may raise levocetirizine levels.

Frequently asked questions

Montair LC morning or night?

At night. Both medicines in Montair LC are usually taken in the evening – montelukast works best taken at bedtime and levocetirizine can make you drowsy.

Can I take Montair LC daily for a long time?

It is meant for regular use during the allergy period your doctor sets, often a few weeks. Long-term daily use should be reviewed by your doctor, particularly because of montelukast's possible mood effects.

Montair LC with alcohol – is it safe?

Avoid alcohol. It increases drowsiness from the levocetirizine part.

Is Montair LC a steroid?

No. Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor blocker and levocetirizine is an antihistamine. Neither is a steroid.

Can I take Montair LC with Dolo 650 or Azithral?

There is no known interaction with paracetamol or azithromycin. Still, tell your doctor everything you take.

Does Montair LC help with cough?

It can help an allergic cough or cough linked to post-nasal drip and allergic rhinitis. It will not treat a cough from infection.

Is Montair LC safe in pregnancy?

Only take it in pregnancy if your doctor advises. Montelukast is sometimes continued in pregnant asthma patients; levocetirizine is generally avoided unless needed.

Montair LC vs Montek LC – any difference?

Both contain montelukast 10 mg and levocetirizine 5 mg. They differ in manufacturer and price, not in medicine.

Does Montair LC need a prescription?

Yes. Both ingredients are Schedule H drugs in India, so it should only be dispensed against a prescription.

Sources

Medyzen Editorial Team · Last updated

This page is general information, not medical advice. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without asking a doctor or pharmacist. Terms