Montelukast 10 mg (Montelukast Sodium)

Adult dose

This medication is taken once daily. Patients with asthma should take it in the evening. For patients with allergic rhinitis, the timing of administration is determined based on the patient's condition. Patients with both asthma and allergic rhinitis should take 1 tablet, packet, or piece in the evening, once daily. Adults and adolescents aged 15 and older should take 10 mg of montelukast orally once daily.

This medication is used for the treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis. During treatment with this medication, significant neuropsychiatric side effects may occur, so patients and caregivers should be alert for symptoms such as agitation, anxiety, depression, hallucinations, and suicidal thoughts. If new neuropsychiatric symptoms or behavioral changes occur, discontinue use immediately and inform a physician. This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, so patients with phenylketonuria, who have problems metabolizing phenylalanine, should not take this medication. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should also avoid it. This medication is not effective during an acute asthma attack, so emergency inhalers should always be kept on hand. This medication should not suddenly replace other asthma therapies and should not be used alone for the treatment of exercise-induced bronchospasm. Patients with hypersensitivity to aspirin should not use aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs while taking this medication. Various adverse reactions such as liver dysfunction, skin rashes, gastrointestinal problems, and respiratory symptoms may occur during treatment with this medication, so caution is needed. If pregnant or breastfeeding, use this medication only after consulting a physician and should be used only when necessary. It can also be used in children and the elderly, but dosages and administration should be carefully considered based on age. In cases of overdose, since there is no specific antidote, general treatment and observation are necessary. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers should be avoided. When taking this medication, it should be consistently taken daily according to a physician's instructions, and if symptoms worsen or new symptoms arise, consult a physician immediately.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough + fever, respiratory problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice)

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a closed container to protect it from air, moisture, and light exposure. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1°C and 30°C to safely preserve its effectiveness.

Appearance

Beige film-coated tablets shaped like rounded rectangles

Package unit

28 tablets (7 tablets/PTPX4)