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Generic: Montelukast

Form: Tablet 10mg

Indication

Asthma, Allergic rhinitis

Adult Dose

Oral Chronic asthma Adult: As film-coated tab: 10 mg once daily in the evening. Allergic rhinitis Adult: 10 mg once daily. Prophylaxis of exercise-induced asthma Adult: 10 mg at least 2 hr prior to exercise; do not take additional doses w/in 24 hr. Elderly: No dosage adjustment needed. Hepatic impairment: Mild to moderate: No dosage adjustment needed.

Child Dose

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Renal Dose

Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment needed.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity.

Mode of Action

Montelukast is a selective leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks the effects of cysteinyl leukotrienes in the airways.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Asthma prevention', 'Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Nausea', 'Vomiting', 'Headache', 'Diarrhea']}

How to use __NAME__

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. __NAME__ may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Safety Advice

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with __NAME__. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of __NAME__ is recommended.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of __NAME__ in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.