Monteluk 10mg Tablet

Uses of Monteluk 10mg Tablet

• Asthma
• Allergic Rhinitis
• Bronchospasm

How to use Monteluk 10mg Tablet

• Monteluk 10mg Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• You should not consume more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Side Effects of Monteluk 10mg Tablet

• Headache
• Stomach pain
• Body aches or Pain
• Pus in urine
• Agitation and anxiety
• Skin rash
• Heartburn
• Blurred vision
• Infection of the airways
• Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
• Nausea or Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Fever

Quick Suggestions:

• Montelukast is for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.
• It is a relatively safe medicine with very few side effects.
• Take Montelukast 2 hours before exercising if you have exercise-induced asthma.
• It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
• Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

Indication of Monteluk 10mg Tablet

Montelukast is used to prevent sneezing and runny nose due to allergies.

Pharmacology

Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that works by inhibiting the cysteinyl leukotriene receptor (CysLT1). Leukotrienes are inflammatory mediators that play a crucial role in the pathophysiology of asthma and allergic rhinitis. Montelukast selectively blocks the action of cysteinyl leukotrienes (LTC4, LTD4, LTE4) by binding to the CysLT1 receptor. By doing so, it helps in reducing airway edema, smooth muscle contraction, and altered cellular activity associated with the inflammatory process in the airways, thus relieving the signs and symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis.

Dosage & Administration of Monteluk 10mg Tablet

Adult Dose:

• Chronic asthma: 10 mg once daily in the evening (film-coated tablet).
• Allergic rhinitis: 10 mg once daily.
• Prophylaxis of exercise-induced asthma: 10 mg at least 2 hours prior to exercise; do not take additional doses within 24 hours.

Elderly: No dosage adjustment is needed. Hepatic impairment: Mild to moderate: No dosage adjustment needed.

Child Dose:

Asthma Prophylaxis and maintenance treatment:

12 months - <12 months: Safety and efficacy not established.

• 12-24 months: 4 mg (granules) orally once daily in the evening.
• 2-6 years: 4 mg (chewable tablet or granules) orally once daily in the evening.
• 6-15 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) orally once daily in the evening.

15 years: 10 mg (conventional tablet) orally once daily in the evening.

Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm Prophylaxis:

• 6-15 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) orally 2 hours before exercise; do not take an additional dose within 24 hours.

15 years: 10 mg orally 2 hours before exercise; do not take an additional dose within 24 hours.

Perennial Allergic Rhinitis:

• <6 months: Safety and efficacy not established.
• 6-24 months: 4 mg (granules) orally once daily.
• 2-6 years: 4 mg (chewable tablet or granules) orally once daily.
• 6-15 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) orally once daily.

15 years: 10 mg (conventional tablet) orally once daily.

Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis:

• <2 years: Safety and efficacy not established.
• 2-6 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) or 4 mg (granules) orally once daily.
• 6-15 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) orally once daily.

15 years: 10 mg (conventional tablet) orally once daily.

Renal Dose: Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment needed.

Please note that these dosing guidelines are for general reference purposes. Always follow your doctor's advice and prescription for the specific dosing that suits your condition.

Interaction

Monteluk 10mg Tablet may interact with several drugs, food items, and medical conditions:

Drug-Drug Interactions: Monteluk 10mg Tablet may interact with pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac), blood thinners (aspirin), antiallergic medications (cetirizine), antiasthma drugs (salmeterol, albuterol, formoterol), anti-hypertensive medication (metoprolol), and anti-epilepsy medications (phenobarbital, phenytoin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Monteluk 10mg Tablet may interact with multi-mineral or other herbal/ayurvedic supplements and St. John's wort plant (used for depression). Patients using any of these over-the-counter items should inform their doctor.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Monteluk 10mg Tablet should be used with caution or avoided in patients with liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, and phenylketonuria, as it may have severe interactions in these conditions. Patients with these medical conditions should consult their doctor before taking Monteluk 10mg Tablet.

Contraindications

Patients who are hypersensitive to any component of Montelukast should avoid using it.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Montelukast should be used with caution during pregnancy, and it should only be taken if the benefits outweigh the potential risks. There is limited data on its safety during pregnancy, so it is essential to consult a doctor before using Montelukast during pregnancy.

Montelukast is also excreted in breast milk when administered to nursing women. While breastfeeding, vigilance should be exercised, and it is advisable to consult a doctor before using Montelukast while breastfeeding to assess any potential risks to the baby.

Precautions & Warnings

Allergy: Do not take Monteluk 10mg Tablet if you are allergic to Monteluk 10mg Tablet or any of its ingredients.

Mental Disorder: Inform your doctor before starting Monteluk 10mg Tablet if you have any mental disorder, as it can cause mood changes such as anxiety, aggressive behavior, irritability, and restlessness. It may also cause feelings of depression. If you experience any of these symptoms, inform your doctor.

Allergens: Avoid contact with known allergens such as pollen, dust, etc., to reduce the risk of allergy symptoms.

Alcohol and Antidepressants: Avoid concurrent use of Monteluk 10mg Tablets with alcohol or other antidepressants to reduce the risk of mental alertness issues.

Abrupt Discontinuation: Do not stop taking Monteluk 10mg Tablet abruptly, even if you feel good, as it may lead to an acute asthma attack.

Hydration: Stay hydrated, especially if you have a cough or cold, as drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.

Phenylketonuria: If you have phenylketonuria, be aware that chewable tablets of Monteluk 10mg Tablet contain aspartame, which is not recommended in such conditions.

Storage Conditions

Store Monteluk 10mg Tablet at room temperature in a cool dry place.

Keep it out of reach of children and pets.