Trilock OFT 4 mg (Flash Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Montelukast sodium
Company Opsonin pharma ltd
Also available as
Trilock 4 mg tablet Trilock 5 mg tablet Trilock 10 mg tablet Trilock 4 mg oral granules Trilock oft 5 mg flash tablet Trilock 10 mg chewable tablet

Title

  • Trilock OFT 4 mg Flash Tablet

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Health & Wellness
  • Pharmaceuticals

Indications

  • Prophylaxis and chronic treatment of asthma
  • Acute prevention of Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB)
  • Relief of symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis (AR): Seasonal & Perennial Allergic Rhinitis

Pharmacology

  • Leukotriene receptor antagonist
  • Inhibition of cysteinyl leukotriene receptor (CysLT1)

Dosage & Administration

  • Adults and adolescents: Montelukast 10 mg tablet once daily
  • Pediatric patients 6 to 14 years of age: Montelukast 5 mg tablet once daily
  • Pediatric patients 2 to 5 years of age: Montelukast 4 mg tablet once daily
  • Pediatric patients 6 months to 5 years of age: Montelukast 4 mg oral granules once daily

Hepatic Insufficiency

No dosage adjustment required in patients with mild-to-moderate hepatic insufficiency

Renal Insufficiency

No dosage adjustment recommended in patients with renal insufficiency

Elderly Use

Similar pharmacokinetic profile and oral bioavailability

Interaction

  • No clinically important effects on the pharmacokinetics of specified drugs
  • Concomitant use with a wide range of commonly prescribed drugs without evidence of adverse interactions

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any component of the product

Side Effects

  • Common: Diarrhoea, fever, gastrointestinal discomfort, headache, nausea, vomiting, skin reactions, upper respiratory tract infection
  • Uncommon: Akathisia, anxiety, arthralgia, asthenia, abnormal behavior, depression, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, haemorrhage, irritability, malaise, muscle complaints, oedema, seizure, abnormal sensation, sleep disorders
  • Rare: Angioedema, concentration impaired, disorientation, eosinophilic granulomatosis, erythema nodosum, hallucination, hepatic disorders, memory loss, palpitations, pulmonary eosinophilia, suicidal tendencies, tremor

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Crosses placenta in rats and rabbits
  • Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
  • Caution during nursing

Precautions & Warnings

  • Not indicated for reversal of bronchospasm in acute asthma attacks
  • Avoid abrupt substitution of inhaled/oral corticosteroids with Trilock OFT
  • Not for monotherapy of exercise induced bronchospasm
  • Caution in aspirin-sensitive patients

Overdose Effects

  • Adverse experiences consistent with the safety profile
  • Usual supportive measures in the event of overdose

Therapeutic Class

  • Leukotriene receptor antagonists

Storage Conditions

  • Store below 30°C, protect from light & moisture, keep out of reach of children

Chemical Structure

  • Molecular Formula: C35H36ClNO3S

Common Questions

  • What is Trilock OFT 4 mg Flash Tablet?: Selective and orally active leukotriene receptor antagonist
  • What is it used for?: Commonly used to treat asthma or allergic rhinitis
  • How soon can the effect be observed?: 1-3 hours after administration
  • How long does the effect last?: An average duration of 24 hours
  • Should it be taken empty stomach?: May be taken with or without food as prescribed
  • What if a dose is missed?: Take as soon as possible; do not double up on doses
  • Pregnancy warnings: Avoid use in pregnant women unless clearly needed
  • General Instructions:
    • Take exactly as prescribed
    • Do not change or stop medication without doctor's advice
    • Not a fast-acting rescue medicine for asthma attacks
    • Avoid triggers for asthma attacks
    • Consult doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding

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