ALLERCOS NX TABLET is a combination of Fexofenadine and Montelukast which belongs to the group of medicines called Histamine H1 receptor blockers and Leukotriene receptor antagonists respectively. ALLERCOS NX TABLET is indicated to treat symptoms of allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, itchy, runny or blocked nose and itchy, red and watery eyes) in adults and in adolescents (aged 15 years of above).
Allergic rhinitis is a heterogeneous disorder caused by allergens such as pollens, dusts, mould or flakes of skin from certain animals. It can occur seasonally or year-round and often characterized by inflammation of the inner lining of nose accompanied by nasal decongestion, repeated sneezing, or a red, watery and itchy eyes.
ALLERCOS NX TABLET should not be used as an alternative to treat acute asthma attacks. Consult your doctor for advice. Before taking ALLERCOS NX TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any lung, liver or kidney problems.
It is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women and should be used during pregnancy only if it clearly advised by your doctor. ALLERCOS NX TABLET is not recommended for use in children aged below 15 years due to lack of safety data.
The most common side effects of taking ALLERCOS NX TABLET are dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of the symptom bothers you.

USES OF ALLERCOS NX TABLET
• Treats allergic rhinitis in adults and in adolescents (aged 15 years of above)

HOW ALLERCOS NX TABLET WORKS
ALLERCOS NX TABLET reduces the unpleasant symptoms of allergic rhinitis, where fexofenadine acts by antagonizing the effects of histamine (a substance that cause allergic reaction) on the surface of cells and montelukast acts by blocking the leukotriene receptor, thus leading to a relaxation in smooth muscle, which in turn decreases swelling and inflammation in the airways.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take ALLERCOS NX TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking ALLERCOS NX TABLET without informing your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ALLERCOS NX TABLET
COMMON
• headache
• drowsiness or dizziness
• nausea and vomiting
• diarrhea
• infections of upper respiratory tract
• skin rashes
• fever

UNCOMMON
• tiredness, sleepiness
• behavior and mood related changes (irritability, dream abnormalities, including nightmares, trouble sleeping, sleepwalking, anxious, restlessness)
• tingling, prickling or numbness sensation
• nosebleed
• indigestion, dry mouth
• bruising, itching
• muscle cramps, joint or muscle pain
• bedwetting in children
• weakness, feeling unwell, swelling