Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT is commonly prescribed in children to treat symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes. It may also help in the treatment of asthma and skin allergies.
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT is a combination of second generation H1 antihistaminic and leukotriene antagonist medicines..
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT is a combination of second generation H1 antihistaminic and leukotriene antagonist medicines..
Uses of Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT in children
- Treatment of Hay fever
- Allergic skin conditions
- Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Benefits of Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT for your child
In Treatment of Hay fever
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for your child to go about their daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and your child may only need to take it on days they have symptoms. If your child is taking it to prevent getting symptoms, it should be taken regularly to get the most benefit.
In Allergic skin conditions
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching such as urticaria. It works by reducing the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. It reduces the redness, rash, pain, or itchiness caused by the skin’s reaction to an irritant.
In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT is a combination medicine that provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT in children
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Vitaresp FX
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Body ache
- Skin rash
How can I give Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Vitaresp FX Tablet DT works
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT contains Montelukast and fexofenadine. Together these two relieve sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies. Fexofenadine is an antiallergic that blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist that works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT is recommended.
What if I forget to give Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT to my child?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- Never combine Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects.
- Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started, as it will not help.
- If you are giving Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT to your child for asthma or allergy, you need not give another dose to prevent exercise-induced breathing problems. In case of any confusion, consult your child’s doctor as soon as possible.
- Make sure that you always have enough medicine.
- Practice self-care tips:
- Abstain your child from coming in contact with allergens.
- Encourage your child to wear a face mask and avoid dusty places.
- Give plenty of fluids as it helps in thinning and loosening the mucus in the lungs.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT
Once A Day
93%
Twice A Day
7%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT?
Skin rash
100%
FAQs
Can Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT cause behavioral problems in my child?
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT contains ingredients that can interfere with brain activity and may cause drowsiness, irritability, and behavioral problems.
Which food items should my child avoid taking along with Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT?
Do not give high-fat meals and fruit juices to your child along with Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT as they may interfere with the absorption of this medicine. Make sure to keep a gap of at least 4 hours between giving this medicine and food to your child. This is done to significantly decrease any possible interaction between the two.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT?
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I decrease the dose of Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT by myself if my child starts to feel better?
No, adhere to the dose as prescribed by your child’s doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose by yourself as it can impact your child’s health. While increasing the dose may cause unwanted effects like sedation and depression, decreasing the dose or stopping it suddenly can result in rebound reversal of all symptoms.
How should Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT be stored?
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT should be stored at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
Can Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT make my child sleepy?
Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT causes mild drowsiness which can make your child sleepy. However, never give this medicine to your child to induce sleep. Forced sleep could mask any underlying sleep disorder like insomnia.
My child is an athlete and has to participate in a sports event in the next two days. Can I start the course of Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT?
No, don’t start Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT without speaking to your child’s doctor. Moreover, Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT can hamper your child’s performance as it may cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness. So, it’s best to reach out to the doctor first.
Can I stop the medicine by myself?
No, all symptoms may reappear on sudden withdrawal of Vitaresp FX Kid Tablet DT usually if taken for a long-term. It is advised to stop this medicine gradually under the guidance of your child’s doctor.
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