It works by decreasing inflammation in the airways, making it easier to breathe
This medication can't be used for a sudden asthma attack, since it takes a longer time to work compared to some inhalers
It is also approved to relieve seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis symptoms
For pediatric patients 2 to 5 years of age: one 4-mg chewable tablet or one packet of 4-mg oral granules
How it works Montelukast may be used for the treatment of asthma or allergic rhinitis
It is used to treat or prevent asthma
shaking or trembling of the hands or feet
However, this medicine should not be used to relieve an asthma attack that has already started
fever with or without chills
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
Adults and Adolescents 15 Years of Age and A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare
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The recommended dosage for adults is 10 mg once daily
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Common side effects of Singulair include headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, sore throat, runny nose, wheezing, cough, rash, restlessness, tremor, and nausea
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Montelukast is a drug prescribed to treat asthma and hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis)
red skin lesions, often with a purple center sore
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
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A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare Serious side effects of Zyrtec
If you're taking montelukast to prevent exercise-induced asthma, take it 2 hours before you exercise
sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
diarrhoea; high temperature; headaches; stomach pain; feeling or being sick; a mild rash
A lower blood pressure will increase the supply of the blood and oxygen to the heart
If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional
feeling of warmth, redness of the face, neck, arms and occasionally, upper chest
Common side effects of Singulair include upper respiratory infection, fever, and sore throat
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Dosage Side effects Overdose Uses of Montelukast Tablets: It is used to ease allergy signs
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Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: numbness/tingling/shooting pain in the arms or legs, sinus pain/swelling, muscle
Montelukast (Singulair) is an oral medication used for allergies
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, blisters, severe itching; difficult breathing; swelling 21–40 lbs
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Montelukast may cause some people to be agitated, disoriented, irritable, or display other abnormal behaviors
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Common side effects include dyspepsia, abdominal discomfort, asthenia, headache, dizziness, fatigue and fever
You may also experience an upset stomach, diarrhea, or constipation
These people tend to be female, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for 1 - 6 months, also take medication Advair Hfa, and have Rheumatoid arthritis The most frequently reported side effects were: somnolence, nasopharyngitis, fatigue, dry mouth, and pharyngitis (in 12 years and older); pyrexia, somnolence, cough, and epistaxis (in patients 6 to 12 years); pyrexia, diarrhea, vomiting, and otitis media (in patients 1 to 5 years); diarrhea and constipation (in patients 6 to 11
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numbness and weakness of the hands and feet
pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
stomach discomfort or upset
Pseudoephedrine may be more likely to cause side effects in infants, especially newborn and premature infants, than in older children and adults
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It is recommended as an alternative treatment for asthma in children with mild persistent symptoms or as an add-on treatment to existing low-dose inhaled corticosteroids (ICSs) in children who require additional treatment