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Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Montelukast
- Manufactured by : Martin Dow Marker
- Drug Strength : 5 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 14s
- Product SKU : pg_24428_33828
Whizix tablet contains Montelukast | belongs to Leukotriene antagonist
Alternate brands of Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s
Brand Name | Price | Savings |
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Zemont tablet 10 mg 14’s | ₨ 225.00 | You can save 2.2 |
Zemont tablet 5 mg 14’s | ₨ 130.00 | You can save 97.2 |
Whizix tablet 10 mg 14’s | ₨ 379.22 | You will pay -152.02 more |
Whizix tablet 4 mg 14’s | ₨ 167.36 | You can save 59.84 |
Wel-dilate tablet 5 mg 14’s | ₨ 240.00 | You will pay -12.8 more |
How it works
Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s acts by blocking the response of certain specific chemicals that cause allergic responses in the body.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s
- Headache severe
- Stomach pain severe
- Chest tightness severe
- Joint pain severe
- Difficulty in swallowing severe
- Pus in urine severe
- Agitation and anxiety
- Skin rash
- Heart burn
- Pain in the earsPain in the ears
- Blurred vision
- Influenza rare
- Infection of the airways
- Churg-Strauss syndrome severe
- Suicidal thinking and behaviour severe
Uses of Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Asthma
Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s is used for the prevention and maintenance of asthma. This medicine also helps in relieving the symptoms of chronic asthma.
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Allergic rhinitis
Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s is used for relieving the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. The allergic condition could be seasonal or non-seasonal and long lasting.
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Bronchospasm
Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s is also used for the prevention of sudden narrowing of airways, which can cause breathing difficulties. This medicine is used mostly for exercise induced bronchospasm.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed after 1-3 hours of administration.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
You are advised to restrict or minimize the consumption of alcohol while using this medicine. Report any unwanted effects to the doctor on priority.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
Use of this medicine in pregnant women should be avoided unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor and discuss the possible risks and benefits before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
Use of this medicine should be avoided unless clearly needed. The risk of adverse effects in the infant is fairly low but caution should be exercised. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a history of allergy to Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s or any other component present with it in the dosage form.
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Acute asthma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients having an acute and severe attack of asthma.
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Medicine induced bronchospams
This medicine is not recommended for use if the bronchospasm is due to a medicine being taken.
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Liver disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an impaired liver function.
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Behaviour and mood changes
This medicine can cause changes in behavior and mood. Symptoms like agitation, irritability, anxiety, unusual dreams, suicidal thoughts should be reported to the doctor. Caution is advised while giving this medicine to people with pre-existing psychiatric disorders.
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Phenylketonuria
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having Phenylketonuria as some component of this medicine can cause adverse effects.Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. The missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. The missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose.
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Overdose
Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms may include stomach pain, sleeplessness, vomiting, and agitation.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Carbamazepine moderate
- Fluconazole moderate
- Phenytoin moderate
- Phenobarbital moderate
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moderate
Report the incidence of a liver disease or impaired liver function to the doctor before receiving this medicine. Clinical safety monitoring may be required if the impairment is severe. Caution is advised for patients having mild to moderate liver impairment.
General Instructions
Take Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the uptake instructions mentioned on the label. This medicine can be taken with or without food. The quantity consumed should not be higher than the prescribed dose.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Montelukast [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/montelukast-190-api [cited 30 August 2019]. 8 Jan 2018
- medlineplus.gov - Montelukast [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a600014.html [cited 30 August 2019]. 22 July 2019
- pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - Montelukast [Internet]. Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5281040#section=Top [cited 30 August 2019]. 2019-08-24
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - MONTELUKAST SODIUM [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=ccbbf0d6-efd9-4fdd-9e7b-e3d293062609 [cited 30 August 2019]. May 17, 2019
what are the adverse effects of Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s?
Abdominal pain, headache, thirst, rarely anaphylaxis, angioedema, seizure, elevated ALT/AST, cholestatic hepatitis, Churg-Strauss syndrome.
What happens if I miss a dose of Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s?
Adults: 10 mg daily at bedtime with or without food.
Children: Prophylaxis of asthma: 6 mth-6 yr, 4 mg once daily in the evening; 6-15 yr, 5 mg once daily in the evening; 15-18 yr, 10 mg once daily in the evening.
Symptomatic relief of seasonal allergic rhinitis in children with asthma: 15-18 yr, 10 mg once daily in the evening.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Whizix tablet 5 mg 14’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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