Aesmonte 4 mg Oral Disintegrating Tablet (Montelukast Sodium)

Adult dose

Take 1 tablet once daily in the evening. Administer 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals.

Child dose

Children aged 2-5 years: Place 4 mg of Montelukast on the tongue to disintegrate and swallow without water once daily. Administer 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals.

This medication should not be administered to patients with phenylketonuria, a genetic disorder. This is because the artificial sweetener aspartame included in this product is broken down into phenylalanine in the body. The amount of aspartame in this medication should be minimized to below the recommended levels set by WHO, and the maximum daily dosage for adults is established. Patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication or any of its components should not take it. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so patients with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should also avoid taking it. This medication is not for use during acute asthma attacks; in case of acute symptoms, other emergency medications should be used. Even when using this medication for asthma treatment, it is advised to always carry a short-acting inhaled bronchodilator for emergency situations. When reducing the dose of inhaled corticosteroids, it should be done gradually under medical supervision, as sudden changes can be dangerous. During the use of this medication, side effects such as drowsiness, headache, abdominal pain, rash, and respiratory infections may occur; if symptoms are severe, a consultation with a physician is recommended. Notably, in rare cases among patients taking this medication, serious side effects such as vasculitis or eosinophilia may occur, so if there are skin rashes, worsening lung symptoms, heart problems, etc., immediate notification to medical personnel is required. Patients with hypersensitivity to aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should avoid taking these drugs while on this medication. Pregnant women should only take this medication after consulting with a doctor if necessary, and caution is required during breastfeeding. In children, especially infants under 6 months, safety and efficacy have not been established, so use should be avoided. This medication is sensitive to light, so it is important to open it just before taking and to take it immediately after opening. No significant drug interactions have been reported when this medication is taken with others, but caution is necessary when used with drugs that induce certain liver metabolic enzymes. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so general treatment should be followed according to symptoms and instructions from a physician. Finally, this medication should be taken continuously even when there are no symptoms of asthma or allergic rhinitis, and if symptoms worsen or any unusual symptoms appear, it is essential to consult a physician.

Serious side effects

Hives, Angioedema, Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, Severe Swelling (Edema) accompanied by high blood pressure, Chest Tightness, Difficulty Breathing, Asthma Attack, Respiratory Distress with Cough and Fever, Yellowing of the Skin or Eyes (Jaundice), Extreme Drowsiness (Liver Issues), Sudden and Severe Headache, Seizures, Confusion, Visual Impairment, Paralysis, Significantly Reduced Urine Output, Systemic Collapse

Mild side effects

• Weakness/Fatigue
• Fever
• Abdominal Pain
• Indigestion
• Infectious Gastroenteritis
• Toothache
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nasal Congestion
• Cough

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in an opaque container. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

White or off-white circular oral disintegrating tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (7 tablets/PTP X 4)