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Montelukast 
DescriptionMontelukast is an oral leukotriene receptor antagonist (LTRA) for the maintenance treatment of asthma and to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies. It is not useful for the treatment of acute asthma attacks, so patients should also be supplied with rescue medication, such as an albuterol inhaler. Montelukast blocks the action of leukotriene D4 on the cysteinyl leukotriene receptor CysLT1, thus inhibiting bronchoconstriction. 
Montelukast (generic Singulair) Reviewbrand name: Singulairgeneric names: Montelukast sodium, Montelukast Montelukast is used for:Prevention and long-term treatment of asthma. It is also used to relieve allergy symptoms. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist. It works by blocking a substance called leukotriene, which helps to decrease certain asthma and allergy symptoms. Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeedingSingulair should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. It is not known whether Singulair appears in breast milk. Because many drugs do make their way into breast milk, use Singulair with caution if you are breastfeeding. What should I watch for while taking Montelukast (Singulair)?Montelukast is only used to help prevent asthma attacks; it is not used as a "quick-relief" medicine to treat an asthma attack. Therefore, you should always have your "quick-relief" medicine with you to treat an asthma attack. Talk with your prescriber about what you should do if you have an acute asthma attack. Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve or if your asthma gets worse. If you find that your medicines become less effective in treating your asthma, you should contact your health care professional as soon as possible. Do not to stop taking or decrease the use of your other asthma treatments, including steroids, when starting Montelukast (Singulair) unless otherwise directed by their health care prescriber. Follow your prescriber's directions exactly. Montelukast works best if you use it regularly even when you do not have asthma symptoms. Do not stop using your medication without your prescriber's advice. If you are going to have surgery, tell your health care professional that you take Montelukast (Singulair). What is it used for?
Recommended dosageADULTS AND CHILDREN 15 AND OVER Asthma The usual dose is one 10-milligram tablet once a day in the evening. Allergies Singulair is not approved for treating allergies in children under 2 years old. CHILREN 6 TO 14 YEARS OLD Asthma The usual dose is one 5-milligram chewable tablet once a day in the evening. CHILDREN 12 TO 23 MONTHS OLD Asthma The dosage is one packet of 4-milligram oral granules taken once a day in the evening. Allergies The usual dose is one 5-milligram chewable tablet once a day taken at any time. Allergies The dosage is one 4-milligram chewable tablet or one packet of 4-milligram oral granules per day, taken at any time. CHILDREN 2 TO 5 YEARS OLD Asthma The dosage is one 4-milligram chewable tablet or one packet of 4-milligram oral granules per day, taken in the evening. The safety and effectiveness of Singulair for treating asthma in children under 12 months have not been studied. Allergies The usual dose is one 10-milligram tablet once a day taken at any time. Most important fact about SingulairSingulair alleviates the on-going symptoms of asthma, but it won't stop an acute asthma attack. For that you need a fast-acting, orally inhaled airway opener such as Alupent or Proventil. |
