Pregnancy Interaction

• Be careful when using during pregnancy.
• Levocetirizine is usually safe, however you should only use it if you really need to.
• It is thought that montelukast is safe to use during pregnancy, but you should still talk to your doctor before using it.
• Don't use it unless you have to, especially in the first trimester.
• Always talk to a gynecologist before using.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. What does Criz M Syrup do?

It is used to treat allergic symptoms such sneezing, a runny nose, a cough from allergies, wheezing, and trouble breathing.

Q2. Can I give it to kids?

Yes, doctors often provide Criz M to kids, but a pediatrician should decide how much to give them.

Q3. Does it make the kid sleepy?

Some kids may feel a little sleepy after taking levocetirizine.

Q4. Does it help with asthma?

Montelukast does not treat acute asthma, but it does help with allergy symptoms that come with asthma.

Q5. Is it okay to take it with food?

Yes, you can take it with or without food.

Q6. Can you use it for a long time?

Only if the doctor says so for long-term treatment of asthma or allergies.

Expert Advice

• It's best to give the syrup in the evening because some kids may feel sleepy.
• This syrup is not a rescue medicine, therefore don't use it during an asthma attack.
• To make the impact stronger, keep the youngster away from things that can cause allergies, like dust, pollen, smoking, or dogs.
• Don't provide other cough or antihistamine medicines without first getting the doctor's OK.
• Look for changes in behavior, like irritation or trouble sleeping, which are unusual with montelukast.
• Before using, shake the bottle well.
• Follow the pediatrician's dosage exactly.

 Side Effects

• A lot of times:
• Sleepiness
• Mouth that is dry
• Pain in the stomach
• Pain in the head
• Weakness
• A cough or sore throat
• Diarrhea (not very bad)
• Not as Common:
• Problems with sleep
• Irritation of the sinuses
• Can't sit still
• More hunger
• Serious but not very common:
• Changes in mood or irritation
• Aggression (not common with montelukast)
• Allergic response (rash, edema, trouble breathing)
• Get attention right once if you have serious symptoms.

 How It Works

• There are two drugs in Criz M Syrup:
• Levocetirizine
• An antihistamine that stops histamine, the substance that causes allergies.
• Helps with sneezing, a runny nose, watery eyes, and itching.
• Montelukast
• A drug that blocks leukotriene receptors.
• Stops leukotrienes (chemicals that cause inflammation) from working.
• Lessens wheezing, airway inflammation, and trouble breathing.
• These two things work together to ease allergic rhinitis and stop breathing issues caused by allergies.

Medicine Interaction

• Be careful when using with:
• Drugs that slow down the CNS
• Drugs for sleep
• Drugs that help with anxiety
• Booze
• ← May make you more sleepy.
• Other types of antihistamines
• Risk of too much sleepiness.
• Medicines that help with asthma
• Generally safe, however the doctor needs to change the dose.
• Phenytoin is an anti-seizure drug.
• Could make montelukast less effective.
• Rifampicin
• Makes montelukast less effective.
• Always tell your doctor about any medicines you are taking.

 How to Use

• Before each dose, shake the bottle well.
• Use the dropper or measuring cup that came with it.
• You can take it with or without food.
• Unless your doctor tells you differently, you should take it at night.
• Don't take more than the suggested dose.
• If you miss a dose, administer it as soon as you can, unless it's close to the following dose. Don't give two doses at once.
• Keep it in a cold, dry location.

 Uses / Indications

• This is what Criz M Syrup is for:
• Allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny nose, and itchy skin)
• Allergies that happen throughout certain times of the year
• Allergies that last entire year
• Cough from allergies
• Bronchitis caused by allergies
• Symptoms associated to asthma (prevention)
• Allergy to dust, pollen, and pet dander
• Wheezing due to allergies