Mont-R 4 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 6.00 (30's pack: ৳ 180.00)

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Montelukast sodium
Company Rephco pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Mont r 10 mg tablet

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

Montelukast is a selective and orally active leukotriene receptor antagonist that inhibits the 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
    • 2 to 5 years of age: Montelukast 4 mg tablet once daily
    • 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: No dosage adjustment required

Interaction

No clinically important effects on the pharmacokinetics of several drugs. Safety and efficacy profiles similar in pediatric patients.

Contraindications

Montelukast is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to any component of this 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 with polyangiitis
    • Erythema nodosum
    • Hallucination
    • Hepatic disorders
    • Memory loss
    • Palpitations
    • Pulmonary eosinophilia
    • Suicidal tendencies
    • Tremor

Pregnancy & Lactation

Should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Caution should be exercised when given to a nursing mother.

Precautions & Warnings

  • Not for Reversal of Bronchospasm: Not indicated for use in the reversal of bronchospasm in acute asthma attacks
  • Rescue Medication: Patients should have appropriate rescue medication available
  • Management of Exercise Induced Bronchospasm: Should not be used as monotherapy for the treatment and management of exercise induced bronchospasm
  • Aspirin Sensitivity: Patients with known aspirin sensitivity should continue avoidance of aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents

Overdose Effects

Most common adverse experiences include abdominal pain, somnolence, thirst, headache, vomiting and psychomotor hyperactivity.

Therapeutic Class

Leukotriene receptor antagonists

Storage Conditions

Store in cool and dry place below 30°C, protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Chemical Structure

  • Molecular Formula: C35H36ClNO3S

Common Questions About Mont-R 4 mg Tablet

  • What Mont-R 4 mg Tablet is Used For: Commonly used to treat asthma or allergic rhinitis
  • How Soon Effect Can Be Observed: 1-3 hours of administration
  • Duration of Effect: Lasts for an average duration of 24 hours
  • Administration with or without Food: May be taken with or without food as prescribed by the doctor
  • Pregnancy Warnings: Use should be avoided unless clearly needed
  • General Instructions:
    • Take exactly as prescribed by the doctor
    • Do not change dosage without doctor's advice
    • Avoid situations or activities that may trigger an asthma attack
    • Consult doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding

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