Rikast LC Tablet (10 Tab)

Medicine Information

About Rikast LC Tablet:

Each film coated Rikast LC tablet contains Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride 5 mg, Montelukast Sodium 10 mg equivalent to Montelukast 10 mg and Excipients q.s.

Levocetirizine is an antihistamine, and its principal effects are mediated via selective inhibition of histamine H1 receptors. This action prevents histamine from activating this receptor and causing effects like smooth muscle contraction, increased permeability of vascular endothelium, histidine uptake in basophils, stimulation of cough receptors, and stimulation of flare responses in the nervous system.

Montelukast is a leukotriene inhibitor. Leukotrienes are chemicals that the body releases when an allergen (such as pollen) was breathed in. These chemicals cause swelling in the lungs and tightening of the muscles around the airways, which can result in asthma symptoms. Montelukast binds with high affinity to the cysteinyl leukotriene type-1 (CysLT1) receptor and inhibits physiologic actions of LTD4 at the CysLT1 receptor without any agonist activity. It, therefore, acts as a leukotriene receptor antagonist.

Use of Rikast LC Tablet:

Rikast LC tablet is a combination of levocetirizine and montelukast. Rikast LC tablet is prescribed to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis such as runny & stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes. It also reduces inflammation in the airways and makes breathing easier.

Usage direction of Rikast LC Tablet:

• Rikast LC tablet should be taken orally.
• Rikast LC tablet is taken whole with the help of water.
• Do not crush, chew or break the tablet.
• Do not stop or skip the medicine without physician’s advice.
• Do not consume more than the prescribed quantity.

Precaution & Related information of Rikast LC Tablet:

• If allergic to this medicine, inform the physician immediately.
• If find any other complication inform the physician immediately.
• Consult with the physician during pregnancy & lactation.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Storage condition of Rikast LC Tablet:

Store in a cool, dry & dark place. Protected from direct sunlight.