Montelukast Chewable Tablet 4 mg (Montelukast Sodium)

Adult dose

Adults and adolescents aged 15 years and older should take 10 mg of montelukast orally once daily, placing it on the tongue to dissolve without water. This medication is taken once daily, and for asthma patients, it should be taken in the evening. For allergic rhinitis patients, the dosing time should be determined according to the patient's condition.

Child dose

Children aged 6 to 14 years should chew 5 mg of montelukast once daily or place it on the tongue to dissolve or disintegrate and swallow without water. The 5 mg dry syrup should be taken orally at a dose of 5 mg once daily.

This medicine is used to alleviate symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis. Care should be taken while taking this medication, as there may be neuropsychiatric effects, so if new anxiety, depression, aggressive behavior, hallucinations, or suicidal thoughts occur, consult a doctor immediately. This medication contains an artificial sweetener called aspartame, so patients with phenylketonuria should avoid taking it. Patients with genetic issues in digesting lactose should not take this medication. This medication is not an emergency medicine to treat acute asthma attacks; therefore, separate emergency medication should be prepared and used in case of acute symptoms. Patients who are hypersensitive to aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not take these medications while taking this medication. Since there may be abnormalities in the liver or kidneys while taking this medication, it is advisable to undergo regular tests as directed by a physician. During pregnancy or breastfeeding, it should only be taken after consulting with a doctor if necessary, and special precautions are needed for young children and elderly patients. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so it is necessary to visit a medical institution immediately for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to another container. While taking this medication, adhere to the doctor's instructions and consult a doctor if symptoms worsen or new symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

Hives, Angioedema, Chest tightness, Difficulty breathing, Cold sweat, Paleness, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Severe rash with high fever, Blisters, Skin shedding, Oral/ocular mucosal pain, Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, Asthma attack, Respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), Severe systemic lethargy, Sudden and very severe headache, Thunderclap headache, Seizures, Loss of consciousness

Mild side effects

• Weakness/Fatigue
• Fever
• Abdominal pain
• Indigestion
• Infectious gastroenteritis
• Toothache
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nasal congestion
• Cough

This medicine should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air, moisture, and light, and it is advisable to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. By storing it this way, the effectiveness of the medication is maintained and deterioration is prevented.

Appearance

Pink, oval, chewable tablet with curved surfaces on both sides

Package unit

28 tablets (7 tablets/PTP X 4)