Gefex LM 10mg/120mg 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.

Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet is a combination of second generation H1 antihistaminic and leukotriene antagonist medicines..

Uses of Gefex LM Tablet

Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Benefits of Gefex LM Tablet

In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet 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.

Side effects of Gefex LM 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 Gefex LM

Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Skin rash
Flu-like symptoms
Headache
Drowsiness
Dizziness

How to use Gefex LM 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. Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Gefex LM 10mg/120mg 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Gefex LM Tablet

You have been prescribed Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet to help relieve symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and cough.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

I've frequent sneezing & nose blocking problems, suspecting due to allergies.

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Get serum IgE to confirm it is allergy

Sneezing, allergies, nose blocking

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Use physiomer hypertonic saline twice daily in each nostril Tab pantop once daily before breakfast Tab montair LC at night once daily for 5days

FAQs

Gefex LM Tablet

What is Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet ?

Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Montelukast and Fexofenadine. This medicine is used to treat allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneeze and cough. It works by lowering the chemicals in the body that cause allergy symptoms.

Can Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?

No, Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If any problems are experienced due to Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Can the use of Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet cause dizziness?

Yes, the use of Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines.

What should be avoided in food while taking Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet?

Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet as it might increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet.

Will Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?

No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

What is the recommended storage condition for Gefex LM 10mg/120mg Tablet?

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.

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References

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Fexofenadine hydrochloride. Beverley: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories (UK) Ltd.; 2008 [revised 13 Sep. 2018]. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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