MonteluKast Chewable Tablets 4 mg (Montelukast Sodium)

Adult dose

Adults and adolescents aged 15 and older: Take 10 mg once daily orally as Montelukast. 10 mg orally disintegrating film: Place 10 mg on the tongue to dissolve without water once daily. This medication is taken once daily, usually in the evening for asthma patients.

Child dose

Children aged 6 to 14: Take 5 mg once daily, chewing the tablet or placing it on the tongue to dissolve without water. Children aged 4 to 5: Take 4 mg once daily, chewing the tablet.

This medication is used to treat asthma and allergic rhinitis. During treatment, there may be abnormal effects on the central nervous system. If symptoms such as agitation, anxiety, depression, hallucinations, or suicidal thoughts occur, consult a physician immediately. This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame; therefore, patients with phenylketonuria, a genetic disorder, should avoid using it. Since lactose is included, patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic diseases should not use this medication. This medication is not used to treat acute asthma attacks; therefore, an emergency treatment medication should be used if acute symptoms appear. Patients with hypersensitivity to aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not take these medications concurrently. While using this medication, the dosage of inhaled corticosteroid preparations may be gradually reduced, but abrupt discontinuation should be avoided. Do not use it alone for the treatment of exercise-induced bronchospasm; inhaled β-agonists should be continued as needed. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so general treatment is necessary including removing the medication from the gastrointestinal tract and monitoring symptoms. If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult with a physician before taking this medication, and it should be used cautiously, especially in early pregnancy. Avoid using this medication in young children, particularly infants under 6 months, as safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients can generally use it safely, but individual reactions may vary, requiring caution. During treatment, do not arbitrarily reduce or discontinue other asthma medications unless directed by a physician. If psychiatric symptoms occur while taking this medication, notify a physician immediately, especially if there are changes in behavior or suicidal thoughts. Keep out of reach of children, and avoid transferring to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, Angioedema, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Respiratory abnormalities (including difficulty breathing), Jaundice and liver abnormalities (ALT/AST increase, cholestatic hepatitis, hepatocellular liver damage), Seizures, Severe edema or urinary abnormalities due to elevated blood pressure, Suicidal thoughts and behaviors (including suicide), Severe allergic reactions (including anaphylaxis), Significant psychiatric adverse reactions (agitation, aggressive behavior, ...

Mild side effects

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

This medication is sensitive to air, moisture, and light, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature to preserve its effectiveness.

Appearance

Pink chewable tablets with a biconvex elliptical shape

Package unit

For domestic use - 28 tablets/box [(7 tablets/PTP)x4]