Monteluche 4 mg Chewable Tablet (Montelukast Sodium)

Adult dose

This medication should be taken once daily. Patients with asthma should take it in the evening. For patients with allergic rhinitis, the timing may be adjusted based on the patient's condition. Patients with both asthma and allergic rhinitis should take one tablet in the evening once daily. This medication should be administered one hour before meals or two hours after meals.

Child dose

Children aged 2 to 5 years should chew 4 mg of Montelukast once daily. This medication should be administered one hour before meals or two hours after meals.

This medication contains aspartame, a sweetening agent, so patients with phenylketonuria, which makes phenylalanine metabolism difficult, should not take it. The daily intake of aspartame should not exceed the recommended amount by WHO, and it is safe for a 60 kg adult to take up to 2.4 g per day. Those allergic to this medication or its ingredients should avoid taking it, and patients with genetic problems such as lactose intolerance or galactose intolerance should also not take it. This medication is not used for acute asthma attacks, so a separate bronchodilator should be prepared for emergencies. During the course of this medication, inhaled corticosteroids should not be abruptly stopped or switched, and adjustments should be made gradually according to a doctor's instructions. Various adverse reactions, including dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, fever, cough, rash, etc., may occur during treatment, so immediate consultation with a doctor is required if symptoms worsen. Especially, serious side effects such as vasculitis or systemic eosinophilia may occur rarely, so immediate medical attention is needed if symptoms like shortness of breath or skin rash appear. This medication has not shown significant interactions with many other drugs, but close monitoring is necessary when used concurrently with drugs that induce liver metabolism. There is insufficient safety data for use during pregnancy, so pregnant women should consult their doctor and take it only when necessary. In children, it is advisable not to use this medication for those under 6 months as safety and efficacy have not been established, and from 6 months onwards, the dosage appropriate for their age should be followed. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so general treatment should be provided according to symptoms, and the patient should visit a medical institution immediately. This medication is sensitive to light, so it is best to open and take it just before use, and it should be stored out of reach of children. If asthma symptoms worsen or are not controlled during treatment, consult the attending physician, and it is safer not to take aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• Severe Swelling (Edema)
• Angioedema
• Tightness in the Chest
• Difficulty Breathing
• Anaphylaxis
• Cold Sweats
• Paleness
• Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
• Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air, moisture, and light. The suitable storage temperature is room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way helps maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

Pink chewable tablet, oval-shaped with both sides convex

Package unit

7 tablets/blister X 4