Our Singulair (Montelukast) Monograph
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Singulair
Generic Name: Montelukast
Pronounced: mon-TELL-oo-kast
Drug Class: Antileukotriene,
Asthma Medicine
IMPORTANT NOTE: THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS ONLY INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR OTHER
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL FAMILIAR WITH YOUR CONDITION. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO STATE OR IMPLY THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOUR CONDITION. ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING THIS OR ANY OTHER DRUG.
Singulair (Montelukast) Uses
This medication is used to treat chronic asthma.
How Singulair (Montelukast) Works
This medication works by blocking substances in the body called leukotrienes. Blocking leukotrienes improves asthma symptoms.
How To Take Singulair (Montelukast)
This medication is taken by mouth, once a day. This medication can be taken with or without food. You should take this medication regularly at the same time every day.
Singulair (Montelukast) Possible Side Effects
This medication possible side effects include tiredness, stomach upset, heartburn, dizziness, headache, cough, flu and rash. If you experience any other side effects, contact your healthcare professional.
Singulair (Montelukast) Warnings and Precautions
Do not take this medication to stop an acute asthma attack!
Continue taking your other asthma medicines unless your doctor tells you to stop.
Do not lower your dose of any of your asthma medicines unless your doctor tells you to do so.
Singulair (Montelukast) Drug Interactions
Continue to avoid aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen and naproxen, if your asthma is made worse by aspirin. Before taking any new prescription or non-prescription drug, discuss possible drug interactions with your doctor or pharmacist.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take double doses...
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Storage
Keep your this medication prescription in the container it came in, tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children. Store at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw out medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Singulair (Montelukast) Pregnancy/Nursing Precautions
If you are, or plan on becoming pregnant, talk to your doctor first. It is not known whether Singulair is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor if you plan to breast feed.
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