Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness.
Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet is a combination of second generation H1 antihistaminic and leukotriene antagonist medicines..
Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet is a combination of second generation H1 antihistaminic and leukotriene antagonist medicines..
Uses of Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet in children
- Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Benefits of Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet for your child
In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet 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 Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet in children
Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet 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 Vrikast FX
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Skin rash
- Flu-like symptoms
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
How can I give Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Vrikast FX Tablet
- You have been prescribed Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet to help relieve symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and cough.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet as it may cause increased sleepiness.
- Stop taking Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
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FAQs
Vrikast FX Tablet
What is Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet ?
Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Montelukast and Fexofenadine. This medicine is used to treat allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneeze and cough. It works by lowering the chemicals in the body that cause allergy symptoms.
Can Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?
No, Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If any problems are experienced due to Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Can the use of Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines.
What should be avoided in food while taking Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet?
Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet as it might increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet.
Will Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?
No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
What is the recommended storage condition for Vrikast FX 10mg/120mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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- Montelukast sodium. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: Merck & Co., Inc.; 1998 [revised Nov. 2014]. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Fexofenadine hydrochloride. Beverley: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories (UK) Ltd.; 2008 [revised 13 Sep. 2018]. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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