Montair Dry Powder 4mg is a prescription medicine used for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose. It reduces inflammation in the airways and makes breathing easier.

Montair Dry Powder 4mg can be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It is advised to have it 2 hours before exercise if you have exercise-induced asthma. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It does not cure sudden breathing problems, so always carry a medicated inhaler with you.

It is generally safe medicine with few common side effects include nausea, vomiting, headache, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, you should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had severe liver problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must inform your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Montair Oral Suspension

Prevention of Asthma

Benefits of Montair Oral Suspension

In Prevention of Asthma

Montair Dry Powder 4mg works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in your lungs. It is known as a “preventer” and is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness and coughing. This means you can carry out your daily activities more easily and more confidently. It may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. This medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started.

Side effects of Montair Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Montair

Headache
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Fever
Upper respiratory tract infection
Cough
Sore throat
Runny nose
Sinus inflammation
Ear inflammation

How to use Montair Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Montair Dry Powder 4mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Montair Oral Suspension works

Montair Dry Powder 4mg works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Montair Dry Powder 4mg. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Montair Dry Powder 4mg is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Montair Dry Powder 4mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Montair Dry Powder 4mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Montair Dry Powder 4mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Montair Dry Powder 4mg is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Montair Dry Powder 4mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Montair Dry Powder 4mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Montair Dry Powder 4mg in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

What if you forget to take Montair Oral Suspension?

If you miss a dose of Montair Dry Powder 4mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n \n

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Montair Dry Powder 4mg

₹72/Oral Suspension

Delpomont Suspension

Delcure Life Sciences

₹128/oral suspension

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Montair Dry Powder 4mg for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.
It is a relatively safe medicine with very few side effects.
Take Montair Dry Powder 4mg 2 hours before exercising if you have exercise-induced asthma.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

1,3-Diarylpropanoid Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Leukotriene antagonists

Interaction with drugs

Taking Montair with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Fosphenytoin

Brand(s): Milorgen, Fosphen, Fosentin

Serious

Phenobarbitone

Brand(s): Shinosun, Epikon, Barbinal

Serious

Phenytoin

Brand(s): Stoin, Marantin, Phenozed

Serious

Rifampicin

Brand(s): Coxbact

Serious

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Patient concerns

Hi doctor my son is suffering Dry cough asthma dust allergie Doctr prescribed medicine is montair LC kid2.5 and asthalin .

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please continue medicine prescribed by as per instruction. If you find symptoms are not resolving then give a follow up visit to your

Too much of cough with sputum had montair m for 7 days but Then too no improvement

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

It may be infection or allergic asthma. May need antibiotics. Consult an ENT specialist for proper clinical examination

FAQs

Q. Why do you have to take Montair Dry Powder 4mg at night?

Usually, it is recommended to take Montair Dry Powder 4mg in the evening when it is being used for asthma and allergic rhinitis (cough and cold due to allergy). However, the exact reason for this is not yet known. Some studies have shown that there is no difference in effectiveness whether Montair Dry Powder 4mg is taken in the evening or morning. Hence, take the medicine as directed by your doctor.

Q. Is Montair Dry Powder 4mg a steroid?

No, Montair Dry Powder 4mg is not a steroid. It is a leukotriene blocker. Leukotrienes are natural substances released during an allergic reaction which causes constriction of muscles of airway. It can also cause allergy symptoms. This medicine blocks leukotrienes which helps in relieving symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis.

Q. Does Montair Dry Powder 4mg make you drowsy?

An uncommon side effect of Montair Dry Powder 4mg is drowsiness. It can also cause dizziness. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medicine affects you. Consult your doctor if you experience these side effects.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Montair Dry Powder 4mg?

Consumption of alcohol should be restricted while taking Montair Dry Powder 4mg as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness as a side effect. Also, liver disorders caused as side effect of Montair Dry Powder 4mg may occur more commonly with use of alcohol.

Q. Can Montair Dry Powder 4mg cause mood changes?

Yes, although uncommonly but Montair Dry Powder 4mg may cause mood changes. The symptoms of mood change include anxiety, agitation, aggressive behaviour or hostility, irritability, and restlessness. One may also experience depression and suicidal tendency. Consult your doctor immediately in case you develop any of these symptoms.

Q. Can Montair Dry Powder 4mg cause weird dreams?

Yes, in rare cases Montair Dry Powder 4mg may cause night mares, sleeplessness, and sleep walking. You should contact your doctor if these symptoms persist.

Q. How should Montair Dry Powder 4mg be taken?

Montair Dry Powder 4mg should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. The medicine should be used preferably in the evening with or without food when being used for asthma. Whereas, for allergic rhinitis, it can be taken at any time of the day but at the same time each day. But, if you are taking it to avoid breathing difficulties during exercise, it should be taken 2 hours before exercise.

Q. How should Montair Dry Powder 4mg be given to children?

It can be directly given in the mouth or dissolve in 1 teaspoonful of cold or room temperature baby formula or breast milk. It can also be used with 1 spoonful of mashed carrots, applesauce, rice, or ice-cream. Remember to give the mixture within 15 minutes of making it.

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