Drug Category:
Asthma
Brand Name:
Singulair
Generic Name:
Montelukast
About Singulair
(Montelukast):
Brand name:
Singulair Generic name: Montelukast What is the most
important information I should know about Singulair?
• Singulair will not stop an asthma attack that has
already begun. It is used to prevent asthmatic attacks.
• Use Singulair on a regular basis for best results.
It may take several weeks to get the maximum effect
of this medication. • Seek medical attention if you
notice that you require more than your usual or more
than the maximum amount of any asthma medication in
a 24-hour period. An increased need for medication
could be an early sign of a serious asthma attack.
What is Singulair? • Singulair is a leukotriene (loo-koe-try-een)
inhibitor. Leukotrienes are substances in the body
that are associated with the inflammation and constriction
of airway muscles and the accumulation of fluid in
the lungs all of which occur during an asthma attack.
• Singulair is used to prevent asthma attacks. Singulair
is also used in the treatment of allergies. • Singulair
may also be used for purposes other than those listed
in this medication guide. What should I discuss with
my healthcare provider before taking Singulair? •
Before taking Singulair tell your doctor if you have
liver disease. You may not be able to take Singulair
or you may require a dosage adjustment or special
monitoring during treatment if you have liver disease.
• The 4 mg chewable Singulair tablets contain 0.674
mg phenylalanine and the 5 mg chewable Singulair tablets
contain 0.842 mg phenylalanine. Individuals with phenylketonuria
(PKU) may need to monitor their intake of this additive.
• Singulair is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This
means that it is not expected to be harmful to an
unborn baby. Do not however take this medication without
first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
• It is not known whether Singulair passes into breast
milk. Do not take this medication without first talking
to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. How
should I take Singulair? • Take Singulair exactly
as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand
these directions ask your pharmacist nurse or doctor
to explain them to you. • Singulair is usually taken
in the evening. Follow your doctor's instructions.
• Swallow the regular tablets with a glass of water.
• Chew the chewable tablets thoroughly before swallowing.
• The granules can be given either directly into the
mouth or mixed with a spoonful of cold or room temperature
applesauce mashed carrots rice or ice cream. The packet
should not be opened until ready to use. After opening
the packet the full dose must be administered within
15 minutes. Never store any mixed or unmixed granules
for use after 15 minutes. The granules are not intended
to be dissolved in liquid however liquids may be taken
after administration of the medication. • Singulair
can be taken with or without food. • Do not stop taking
Singulair without first talking to your doctor. It
may be some time before you begin to notice effects
from this medication. • Continue taking any other
asthma medications as directed by your doctor. • Singulair
will not stop an asthma attack that has already begun.
Keep another medication on hand to treat attacks.
• Seek medical attention if you notice that you require
more than your usual or more than the maximum amount
of any asthma medication in a 24-hour period. An increased
need for medication could be an early sign of a serious
asthma attack. • Store Singulair at room temperature
away from moisture and heat. What happens if I miss
a dose? • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
However if it is almost time for the next dose skip
the missed dose and take the next regularly scheduled
dose as directed. Do not take a double dose of this
medication. What happens if I overdose? • Seek emergency
medical attention. • The symptoms of an overdose of
Singulair are unknown. What should I avoid while taking
Singulair? • Avoid items or activities that may trigger
an asthma attack. What are the possible side effects
of Singulair? • If you experience any of the following
serious side effects stop taking Singulair and seek
emergency medical attention or notify your doctor
immediately: an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing;
closing of the throat; swelling of the lips tongue
or face; or hives); numbness tingling or pain; a rash
or unexplained open sores or bruising; a flu-like
illness; severe inflammation (pain and swelling) of
the sinuses; or worsening respiratory symptoms. •
Other less serious side effects may be more likely
to occur. Continue to take Singulair and talk to your
doctor if you experience upset stomach stomach pain
or heartburn; dizziness or headache; tiredness; sore
throat or cough or nasal irritation. • Side effects
other than those listed here may also occur. Talk
to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual
or that is especially bothersome. What other drugs
will affect Singulair? • Before taking Singulair tell
your doctor if you are taking rifampin (Rimactane
Rifadin) or phenobarbital (Luminal Solfoton). You
may not be able to take Singulair or you may require
a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during your
treatment. • Drugs other than those listed here may
also interact with Singulair. Talk to your doctor
and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter
medicines including herbal products
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