Question 1

Does Telekast Chewable Tablet contain a steroid?

Accepted Answer

No, Telekast Chewable Tablet does not contain any steroid. It contains Montelukast.

Question 2

Does Telekast Chewable Tablet cause drowsiness?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Telekast Chewable Tablet can make you feel drowsy. This medicine has drowsiness as its common side effect.

Question 3

Can I take Telekast Chewable Tablet during an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

No, it will not help in an acute attack of asthma. It is advisable to take appropriate rescue medicine like inhalers given by your doctor during an asthma attack. Keep taking this medicine as well and do not stop it abruptly.

Question 4

Can I stop taking Telekast Chewable Tablet if symptoms of allergy go away?

Accepted Answer

No, you should take this medicine for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Stopping this medicine in between the treatment may revert the allergic symptoms.

Question 5

Which food items should my child avoid taking along with Telekast 5 Chewable Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Do not give high-fat meals and fruit juices to your child along with Telekast 5 Chewable Tablet as they may interfere with the absorption of this medicine.

Question 6

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Telekast 5 Chewable Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Telekast 5 Chewable Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Telekast 5 Chewable Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Question 7

Can I decrease the dose of Telekast 5 Chewable Tablet by myself if my child starts to feel better?

Accepted Answer

No, adhere to the dose as prescribed by your child’s doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose by yourself as it can impact your child’s health. While increasing the dose may cause unwanted effects like sedation and depression, decreasing the dose or stopping it suddenly can result in a rebound reversal of all symptoms.

Question 8

Can I stop the medicine by myself?

Accepted Answer

No, all symptoms may reappear on sudden withdrawal of Telekast 5 Chewable Tablet usually if taken for a long-term. It is advised to stop this medicine gradually under the guidance of your child’s doctor.

Question 9

How should Telekast 5 Chewable Tablet be stored?

Accepted Answer

Telekast 5 Chewable Tablet should be stored at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.

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