Montemac 10 Tablet 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.

Montemac 10 Tablet 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. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. 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 Montemac Tablet

Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Benefits of Montemac Tablet

In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Montemac 10 Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Montemac Tablet

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 Montemac

Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain

How to use Montemac Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Montemac 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Montemac Tablet works

Montemac 10 Tablet 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 Montemac 10 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Montemac 10 Tablet 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

Montemac 10 Tablet 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

Montemac 10 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Montemac 10 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Montemac 10 Tablet is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Montemac 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Montemac 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Montemac 10 Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

What if you forget to take Montemac Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Montemac 10 Tablet, 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.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Montemac 10 Tablet 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 Montemac 10 Tablet 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 Montemac 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, Sonal

Serious

Phenytoin

Brand(s): Stoin, Marantin, Notian

Serious

Rifampicin

Brand(s): Coxbact

Serious

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Patient concerns

I've frequent sneezing & nose blocking problems, suspecting due to allergies.

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Get serum IgE to confirm it is allergy

problem with cough and cold repeatedly especially night.given anti biotic amoxycillin 125,microcef 100,montemac l.but no relief.now cold and cough problem again

Dr. Neetu Singal

Paediatrics

chest congestion possibly due to Reactive airway may be possible would recommend to make sure by seeing your Paediatrician that there is no breathing distress on chest examination if still bothering cough after treatment .

User feedback

Patients taking Montemac 10 Tablet

Once A Day

96%

Twice A Day

What are you using Montemac Tablet for?

Others

57%

Asthma

43%

How much was the improvement?

Average

50%

Poor

50%

What were the side-effects while using Montemac 10 Tablet?

Flu-like symp*

50%

Nausea

50%

*Flu-like symptoms

How do you take Montemac Tablet?

With food

100%

Please rate Montemac 10 Tablet on price

Average

100%

FAQs

Q. Why do you have to take Montemac 10 Tablet at night?

Usually, it is recommended to take Montemac 10 Tablet 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 Montemac 10 Tablet is taken in the evening or morning. Hence, take the medicine as directed by your doctor.

Q. Is Montemac 10 Tablet a steroid?

No, Montemac 10 Tablet 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 Montemac 10 Tablet make you drowsy?

An uncommon side effect of Montemac 10 Tablet 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 Montemac 10 Tablet?

Consumption of alcohol should be restricted while taking Montemac 10 Tablet as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness as a side effect. Also, liver disorders caused as side effect of Montemac 10 Tablet may occur more commonly with use of alcohol.

Q. Can Montemac 10 Tablet cause mood changes?

Yes, although uncommonly but Montemac 10 Tablet 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 Montemac 10 Tablet cause weird dreams?

Yes, in rare cases Montemac 10 Tablet may cause night mares, sleeplessness, and sleep walking. You should contact your doctor if these symptoms persist.

Q. How should Montemac 10 Tablet be taken?

Montemac 10 Tablet 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 Montemac 10 Tablet granules 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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Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.

Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: July, 2024

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