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Ebamont Tablet

Manufactured byMANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsEbastine (10 mg) + Montelukast (10 mg)
Description
Ebamont Tablet is a combination medicine composed of Ebastine and Montelukast. It is used for treating the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (an allergic reaction that causes swelling of the inner lining of your nose) such as runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, itching, etc. This medicine works by lowering the level of a chemical substance that is responsible for allergic reactions. Ebamont Tablet can cause side effects like headache, dry mouth, stomach pain, nausea, etc. Most of these are temporary and resolve within some time. Consult your doctor if these side effects are getting worse or persistent. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after using this medicine as it can make you feel drowsy. Ebamont Tablet is taken with food to avoid stomach irritation. Take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your blood. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms could reoccur. Ebamont Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it and in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor about your current medications and medical conditions before taking this medicine. This will help your doctor to adjust your dose for avoiding any side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ebamont Tablet

  • Headache
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Chest tightness
  • Blurred vision
  • Skin rash

Uses of Ebamont Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Allergic rhinitis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Ebamont Tablet to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Ebamont Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving Ebamont Tablet due to the increased risk of worsening of side effects.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Ebamont Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Ebamont Tablet may not be prescribed for use in pregnancy as there is no sufficient safety data available.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Ebamont Tablet may not be recommended for use if you are breastfeeding as there is no sufficient safety data available.

Allergy

Ebamont Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Ebamont Tablet may not be prescribed for use in pregnancy as there is no sufficient safety data available.

Breast-feeding

Ebamont Tablet may not be recommended for use if you are breastfeeding as there is no sufficient safety data available.
General warnings

Acute asthma

Ebamont Tablet is not recommended for use for an emergency and/or severe attack of asthma.

CNS depression

Ebamont Tablet may cause mild to moderate CNS depression (low activity of your nervous system) resulting in sleepiness, difficulty in concentrating, etc. Therefore avoid performing activities like driving vehicles or operating machines that require mental focus.

Use in the elderly

Ebamont Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly due to the increased risk of kidney and liver impairment. Your doctor will generally start treatment with lower doses to check for your tolerance to this medicine. Your kidney and liver function should be closely monitored.

Use in children

Ebamont Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age since the safety and efficacy data of use are not clinically established.

Other medicines

Many medicines interact with Ebamont Tablet and may decrease the absorption of this medicine. Hence, it is advised that you report to your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Behaviour and mood changes

Ebamont Tablet may cause changes in behaviour and mood, increasing the risk of suicidal thoughts. If you are diagnosed with depression and other mental health conditions, take this medicine with caution.

Phenylketonuria

Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inborn error of metabolism that can lead to intellectual disability, seizures (a sudden, uncontrolled jerking of the body caused by an electrical disturbance in the brain), behavioural problems, and mental disorders. Ebamont Tablet is used with caution in such cases as it may worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Ebamont Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Ebamont Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving Ebamont Tablet due to the increased risk of worsening of side effects.
Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Fluconazole

Phenytoin

Phenobarbital

Erythromycin

Chlorpheniramine

Ketoconazole

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Ebamont Tablet is broken down and gets converted into its active form for absorption in your body. If you have liver problems, accumulation of this medicine may take place in the liver leading to worsening of compromised liver and other undesirable effects.

Kidney Disease

Ebamont Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as an impaired kidney will not be able to filter the medicine properly. This can increase the risk of toxicity. Your doctor will monitor your kidney functions closely and/or adjust your dose if required.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Ebamont Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Drink plenty of water with it to avoid stomach irritation. Do not break, crush or chew the tablet. Ebamont Tablet is given for short period. Therefore, complete the whole treatment for maximum benefits. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. It is advised to do regular follow-ups with your doctor while taking this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Ebamont Tablet works by reducing the concentration of histamine (a chemical substance in the body) which is responsible for allergic responses in your body.
Legal Status

Unknown

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Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antihistamines, Leukotriene modifiers

Schedule

Schedule H

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