How Long Should You Take Telecast For Nasal Congestion/ Cough

Posted on Fri, 30 Nov 2018

Question: How long should you take telecast for nasal congestion/cough symptoms ? The pulmonologist said d"o not stop any medication till you see me again" . However he is on vacation now and 8 days have passed since initial meeting. Can we stop ?

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
She should continue telekast.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your follow up question on Ask a doctor forum.
I can understand your concern.
I have gone through the description you have provided.
Telekast is having montelukast.
It is anti allergic drug.
It should be taken for atleast 1-2 months.
So in my opinion, she should continue telekast tablet once a day at night before going to sleep.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your wife. Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Drkaushal85 (41 hours later)

Can we continue Duonase also beyond a week ? My wife said she is experiencing a slight tightness in the chest in the morning after getting up for 1-2 days.

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (14 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, she can also continue Duonase.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your follow up question on Ask a doctor forum.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, she can also continue taking Duonase.
Do get the PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) done if not done previously to rule out asthma.

Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further.

Wishing your wife good health.
Thanks.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee