Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Aareen Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Levocetirizine (5mg) + Montelukast (10mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	442

FAQ

Can the use of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg?

No, do not take alcohol while taking Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg?

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.

Will Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg be more effective if taken in higher doses?

No, taking a higher dose of this medicine than recommended will not make it more effective. Consuming higher than the recommended dose of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg can cause increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Can Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?

No, Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any side effects of this medicine or the symptoms of allergy are worsened, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

What is Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg?

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is a combination of two medicines: Montelukast and Levocetirizine. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which helps to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and cough. It works by lowering chemicals in the body that cause allergy symptoms. Montelukast works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose. This further helps to relieve the symptoms.

Can the use of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg cause drowsiness or sleepiness?

Yes, the most common side effect of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is sleepiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention unless your doctor says that you may do so. Do not drink alcohol or take other central nervous system depressants, such as cough and cold medicines. Also avoid taking certain pain relief medicines and medicines that help you sleep as they can lead to severe drowsiness or can worsen it, causing falls or accidents.

What if you forget to take Gokast BL Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg, 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.

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg Reviews

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces inflammation in the airways and make breathing easier.

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg 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, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, headache, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, and fatigue. 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 kidney disease.

How Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg Works

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is a combination of two medicines: Levocetirizine and Montelukast, which relieves sneezing and runny nose due to allergies. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms.

How to Use Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg

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. Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg

In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions: Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment. It reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. Keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.
In Treatment of Hay fever: Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. The only difference is that in hay fever, these symptoms are not produced due to a virus but are simply allergic responses of our body to allergens (allergy causing agents such as pollen). Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is used to provide relief from these symptoms of hay fever. It works by blocking the release of the chemical substance responsible for producing such allergy symptoms. Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is a safe medicine which helps treat hay fever and makes us feel at ease.
In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies: Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg 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.

Uses of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg

Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Treatment of Allergic skin conditions
Treatment of Hay fever

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Liver ^CAUTION

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Breast feeding ^UNSAFE

Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Stop taking Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
You have been prescribed Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg to help relieve symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and cough.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Gokast BL Tablet 5mg/10mg can cause dizziness and sleepiness.