Montek LC long term use

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Asked for Female, 72 Years

My grandmother was prescribed with Montek LC after she developed cough symptoms due to pleural effusion post cardiac surgery. She still has mild cough and has been taking this medicine for last 3 months. Can there be any side effects of long term use of this medicine or is it harsh on kidney?

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Dr. Amruth Sindhu

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Hi. I understand your concern s. You will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation. Consult a pulmonologist for the same

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Dr. Mayank Kapur Pulmonologist 12 yrs exp Delhi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Mayank Kapur

Pulmonologist 12 yrs exp Delhi

Kindly consult with a pulmonary specialist for further evaluation and management