Daewoong Montelukast Chewable Tablet 4mg (Montelukast Sodium)

Adult dose

This medication is taken once daily. Asthma patients should take it in the evening. Patients with allergic rhinitis should adjust the time of administration according to their condition. Patients with both asthma and allergic rhinitis should take 1 tablet once daily in the evening. This medication is administered 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals.

Child dose

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

This medication is used to treat asthma and alleviate allergy symptoms. During the use of this medication, there may be abnormalities in the neuropsychiatric system, so if symptoms such as agitation, anxiety, depression, hallucinations, or suicidal thoughts occur, consult a doctor immediately. This medication contains an artificial sweetener called aspartame, and it should not be taken by individuals with phenylketonuria, a hereditary disease. It contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should avoid this medication. Side effects, such as fatigue, headache, dyspepsia, rash, and cough, may occur, so if any abnormal symptoms persist, inform a doctor. This medication is not effective for acute asthma attacks, so always carry an emergency inhaler and use it when necessary. Patients with hypersensitivity to aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not use these medications concurrently while taking this medication. Consult a doctor before taking this medication if you are pregnant or nursing, and children or the elderly should also take it under the guidance of a healthcare professional. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage and visit a medical institution immediately in case of overdose. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and it is recommended not to transfer it to another container. Consult a doctor for appropriate action if asthma symptoms worsen or new symptoms appear during use.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, hypersensitivity (anaphylaxis), severe allergic reactions, severe rashes accompanied by high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with coughing and fever, pulmonary eosinophilia, and skin reactions.

Mild side effects

Weakness/fatigue, fever, abdominal pain, trauma, dyspepsia, infectious gastroenteritis, toothache, dizziness, headache, nasal congestion, cough, influenza, rash, elevated ALT, elevated AST, pyuria, pharyngitis, sinusitis, nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite, otitis, viral infections, laryngitis, runny nose, ear pain, gastroenteritis, eczema, chickenpox, pneumonia, dermatitis, conjunctivitis, drowsiness, sensory disturbances/diminished sensation, palpitations, epistaxis, diarrhea, and others.

This medication is susceptible to moisture and light, so it should be stored at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. It is also important to keep it in a sealed container to prevent air from entering.

Appearance

Pink chewable tablets with a biconvex oval shape

Package unit

28 tablets/Alu-Alu