Airtab Fx Strip Of 10 Tablets

Airtab Fx Tablet is an anti-allergy medication used to manage symptoms of allergic rhinitis, including a runny or stuffed nose, airway blockage, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and other allergy-related symptoms. It contains a combination of two active ingredients: montelukast and fexofenadine. This medication works by blocking the production of chemicals that trigger allergy symptoms.

It is important to take Airtab Fx Tablet exactly as instructed by your doctor, following the prescribed dosage and duration. You may take the tablet with or without food, but it is advisable to take it at the same time every day for optimal results. While using this medication, some individuals may experience dizziness, drowsiness, or headaches.

Therefore, exercise caution when driving or operating machinery. Common side effects of Airtab Fx Tablet can include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, and headaches. Typically, these side effects are temporary and should lessen over time.

If you are concerned about any side effects, please contact your doctor immediately. Because this medication may cause dizziness and drowsiness, it’s wise to avoid driving or engaging in activities that require mental alertness until you know how it affects you. Additionally, avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication, as it may further increase drowsiness.

Dosage

Overdose

The symptoms of an overdose of Airtab Fx include stomach pain, sleepiness, thirst feeling, headache, vomiting, altered mental state, drowsiness, dry mouth, tiredness and dizziness. In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Montelukast works by blocking the action of allergic mediator leukotrienes by binding to leukotriene receptors and helps in relieving the symptoms of allergy. Fexofenadine works by blocking the action of natural substance histamine which is produced by the body during allergic reactions.

Directions for Use

Airtab Fx Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Airtab Fx Tablet during pregnancy?

You should consult your doctor before using the Airtab Fx Tablet as there is limited information about its safety during pregnancy. Your doctor will only prescribe you this medicine if considered essential after assessing the benefits.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Airtab Fx Tablet while breastfeeding?

Airtab Fx Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as there is limited information about the effects of this medicine in breastfeeding women.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Airtab Fx Tablet?

If you experience dizziness or drowsiness after taking Airtab Fx Tablet, do not drive or operate any machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Airtab Fx Tablet?

Avoid consuming alcohol along with Airtab Fx Tablet, especially if you have any liver disease. Consuming alcohol while taking this medicine can worsen the side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have any blood disorder, abnormal blood count and swelling of blood vessels.
• You have any heart-related disorder, joint disorder or muscle weakness.
• You are suffering from any brain-related problems like aggression, anxiety, depression, abnormal dreams, lack of sleep, irritation, restlessness or suicidal thoughts.
• You have known allergy to aspirin or other painkillers or you have acute asthma.
• You have kidney or liver function problem or you are an elderly patient.
• You are experiencing rapid heartbeats, palpitations and excessive sweating.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to montelukast and fexofenadine or any of the ingredient of Airtab Fx Tablet.

Side effects

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Drowsiness
• Nausea
• Indigestion

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Performance may be impaired due to decreased alertness if medicines acting on the brain to induce calmness are taken alongside Airtab Fx.
• The concurrent use of antibiotics such as erythromycin or antifungals like ketoconazole can elevate the levels of this medicine.
• Maintain a minimum interval of 2 hours between administering Airtab Fx and antacid medicines containing aluminium and magnesium.
• Other medicines such as phenobarbital, phenytoin, rifampin, and gemfibrozil should be used with caution. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of these medicines.
• Airtab Fx Tablets may interact with other medications, leading to an altered response to treatment. Please notify your doctor if you are undergoing any other treatments, using over-the-counter medications, or taking herbal preparations. You should also inform your doctor if you have a scheduled surgery or vaccination.

Interactions with food items

You should avoid consuming grapefruit juice, orange or apple while taking the Airtab Fx Tablet as it may interfere with the activity of this Tablet.

Storage and disposal

• Store Airtab Fx Tablets at room temperature, away from light and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Discard any unused medicine properly Do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take Airtab Fx Tablet in acute attacks of asthma?

Airtab Fx is not indicated for use in the reversal of bronchospasm in acute asthma attacks including status asthmaticus.

Can I take the Airtab Fx for cough or throat infection?

No, it is not effective for cough or throat infection. A cough could be due to different causes and hence it would be best to take a doctor's advice before taking any medicine to treat cough.