Crimont D

INTRODUCTION

Crimont D 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.

Crimont D Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, vomiting, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, fatigue, and headache. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

USES OF CRIMONT D TABLET

• Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

BENEFITS OF CRIMONT D TABLET

In Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Crimont D Tablet is used to treat an itchy, stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, or other symptoms caused by seasonal hay fever (allergic rhinitis). It works by reducing certain substances in the body called histamines that are responsible for the allergic symptoms. It also reduces swelling inside the nose and thus decreases symptoms such as stuffy nose. This helps in easy breathing and makes you feel better. Drink plenty of liquids, including chicken soup. It can make you feel better.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CRIMONT D TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Crimont D

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Dryness in mouth
• Vomiting
• Skin rash
• Flu-like symptoms
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Drowsiness
• Pain during periods
• Upper respiratory tract infection

HOW TO USE CRIMONT D TABLET

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. Crimont D Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW CRIMONT D TABLET WORKS

Crimont D Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Desloratadine and Montelukast, which treats sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies. Desloratadine is an antiallergic which blocks the action a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Crimont D Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Crimont D Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Crimont D Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Crimont D Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Crimont D Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Crimont D Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Crimont D Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Crimont D Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE CRIMONT D TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Crimont D Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.