Montelukast
Information about Montelukast
Montelukast Uses
Montelukast is used to prevent sneezing and runny nose due to allergies.
How Montelukast works
Montelukast works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.
Common side effects of Montelukast
Headache, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Fever, Upper respiratory tract infection
Available Medicine for Montelukast
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Expert advice for Montelukast
- You have been prescribed Montelukast 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 Montelukast 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.