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Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet

Written By Dr. Sakshi Sharma, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:04 AM (IST)
Desolate M 5mg/10mg 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.
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General Information

Contains

Desloratadine (5mg)+ Montelukast (10mg)

Marketer

Archicare Limited

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, vomiting, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, fatigue, and headache. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Desolate M Tablet

  • Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Benefits of Desolate M Tablet

Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet is used to treat an itchy, stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, or other symptoms caused by seasonal hay fever (allergic rhinitis). It works by reducing certain substances in the body called histamines that are responsible for the allergic symptoms. It also reduces swelling inside the nose and thus decreases symptoms such as stuffy nose. This helps in easy breathing and makes you feel better. Drink plenty of liquids, including chicken soup. It can make you feel better.

Side effects of Desolate M 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 Desolate M
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Vomiting
  • Skin rash
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Drowsiness
  • Pain during periods
  • Upper respiratory tract infection

How to use Desolate M 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. Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Desolate M Tablet works

Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Desloratadine and Montelukast, which treats sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies. Desloratadine is an antiallergic which blocks the action a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Desolate M 5mg/10mg 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 Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Do not drink alcohol while taking Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet as it may cause increased sleepiness.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • Stop taking Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Desolate M 5mg/10mg 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

Breast feeding

UNSAFE
Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

No, Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any problem due to Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Yes, the use of Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.
Do not take it with any fruit juices including apple, orange or grapefruit, as they might make the drug less effective. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet.
No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can increase the risks of side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
No, Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet cannot be recommended to breastfeeding mothers. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding the baby.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

References

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  2. Montelukast sodium. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2012 [revised 04 Jan. 2018]. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. ScienceDirect. Desloratadine. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Montelukast sodium. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: Merck & Co., Inc.; 1998 [revised Nov. 2014]. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Montelukast sodium [Prescribing Information]. Princeton, NJ: Sandoz Inc.; 2021. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from:
  6. Desloratadine [Prescribing Information]. Pulaski, TN: AvKARE, Inc.; 2018. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: Archicare Limited
Address: 202 & 207, sundaram arcade, opp. shukan mall, sciences city road, ahmedabad gujarat 380060 india

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Desolate M 5mg/10mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's â„ž and the availability of this medicine.

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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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