Sandoz Montelukast Chewable Tablet 4 mg (Montelukast Sodium)

Adult dosage

Adults and adolescents 15 years and older should take 10 mg of montelukast orally once daily. This medication should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. Patients with both asthma and allergic rhinitis are advised to take 1 tablet, 1 pack, or 1 film at dinner once daily. Adults and adolescents 15 years and older should place 10 mg of montelukast on the tongue and let it dissolve without water.

Children's dosage

Children aged 6 to 14 years should chew 5 mg of montelukast once daily. This medication should be administered 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. Children aged 2 to 5 years should take montelukast 4 mg once daily.

This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, which is metabolized into phenylalanine in the body. Therefore, patients with phenylketonuria, a genetic disorder that requires limiting phenylalanine intake, should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with genetic issues like galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take this medication. In individuals of various ages with asthma or allergic rhinitis, minor side effects such as fatigue, headache, abdominal pain, cough, and rash may occur, and symptoms should be discussed with a doctor if they arise. This medication is not to be used as a treatment during acute asthma attacks; short-acting bronchodilators must be kept on hand and used in emergencies. Do not abruptly stop or switch inhaled or oral corticosteroids during treatment without consulting a physician; the dosage should be adjusted gradually as directed by a doctor. Individuals with hypersensitivity to aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not take these medications while taking this drug. During treatment, neuropsychiatric symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, hallucinations, and suicidal thoughts, may occur, so it is important to notify a doctor immediately if these symptoms develop. The use of this medication is limited for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and it should only be taken when necessary after consulting with a doctor. Children and the elderly can also use this medication, but they must adhere to age-appropriate dosages and methods of use, monitoring closely for any adverse reactions. In cases of overdose, no specific antidote is available, and immediate medical treatment for symptomatic management is necessary. This medication is sensitive to light; do not open the packaging until just before taking it, and it should be taken immediately after preparation. Store it out of reach of children. This medication should be taken consistently even during periods without asthma or allergy symptoms, and if symptoms worsen or any unusual symptoms occur during use, contact a physician promptly.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• angioedema
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• anaphylaxis
• severe allergic reactions
• liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• seizures
• suicidal thoughts and behavior
• thrombocytopenia

Mild side effects

• Weakness
• fatigue
• fever
• abdominal pain
• trauma
• dyspepsia
• infectious gastroenteritis
• toothache
• dizziness
• headache

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container away from air, moisture, and light. Maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

Pink, double-sided, convex oval chewable tablet

Package unit

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