Montair 5 MG Tablet

Montair 5 MG Tablet is used to treat asthma, hay fever and seasonal allergy symptoms. It prevents asthma attacks and breathing problems caused by exercise. This medciine is used for prophylaxis and chronic treatment of asthma in adults and children greater than or equal to 2 years of age.

This medication belongs to the class of a leukotriene receptor antagonist and works by blocking leukotriene that causes allergic reactions in the body. It selectively blocks the action of this chemical in the body.

Before using this medicine inform your doctor if you are or have any of the following conditions :

• Allergic to any of its ingredients or to any medicines, food and other substances.
• Pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
• Taking any dietary supplement, herbal preparation, or other prescribed medicines.
• History of alcoholism or liver problems.
• Mental problems or mood swings including depression, suicidal thoughts, etc.
• If you are lactose intolerant.
• Taking a corticosteroid and are planning to stop or lower the dose.

Montair 5 MG Tablet is not indicated for use in the reversal of bronchospasm in acute asthma attacks, including status asthmaticus. It should not be used as monotherapy for the treatment and management of exercise-induced bronchospasm. Advise patients to have appropriate rescue medication available.

Appropriate clinical monitoring and caution are recommended when systemic corticosteroid reduction is considered in patients receiving montelukast. Inform phenylketonuric patients that the chewable tablet contains phenylalanine 0.842 mg/5 mg chewable tablet.

• Asthma

• Allergic Rhinitis

• Bronchospasm

• Allergy

• Headache

• Stomach Pain

• Joint Pain

• Heartburn

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication can be observed after 1-3 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medication in pregnant women should be avoided unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor and discuss the possible risks and benefits before taking this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Use of this medication should be avoided unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Reaction of Montair 5 MG Tablet on the kidney is not known. If anyone is already suffering from kidney related troubles, it is essential to seek medical help before consuming the medicine.

• Does this affect liver function?

  For patients suffering from mild to moderate liver ailments it is necessary to exercise caution before taking Montair 5 MG Tablet. It is necessary to consult the physician in such circumstances.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is advisable for the patient to reduce or discontinue consumption of alcohol while on this medicine. Any abnormal reactions should be reported to the doctor without delay.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine may make one feel sleepy and dizzy. Therefore it is recommended not to drive in such a condition.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Montair 5 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Astham 5 MG Tablet

  Fdc Ltd

• Vitaresp M 5 MG Tablet

  Alembic Ltd

• Romilast 5 MG Tablet

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Glemont 5 MG Tablet

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Maxopime 500 MG Injection

  Parenteral Drugs (India) Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. The missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.

This medication is one chemical that causes allergic reactions in the body. This medication selectively blocks the action of this chemical in the body.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  You are advised to restrict or minimize the consumption of alcohol while using this medicine. Report any unwanted effects to the doctor on priority.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Carbamazepine: Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. You may require an adjusted dose and safety monitoring while taking these medicines together. Contact your doctor if your symptoms get worse or you experience some side effects.
  • Fluconazole: Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. You may require an adjusted dose and safety monitoring while taking these medicines together. Contact your doctor if your symptoms get worse or you experience some side effects like headache, fever, sore throat etc.
  • Phenytoin: Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. You may require an adjusted dose and safety monitoring while taking these medicines together. Contact your doctor if your symptoms get worse or you experience some side effects.
  • Phenobarbital: Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. You may require an adjusted dose and safety monitoring while taking these medicines together. Contact your doctor if your symptoms get worse or you experience some side effects.

• Interaction with Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  Liver Disease

  Report the incidence of a liver disease or impaired liver function to the doctor before receiving this medicine. Clinical safety monitoring may be required if the impairment is severe. Caution is advised for patients having mild to moderate liver impairment.

• Ques : What is Montair 5 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Montair has Montelukast as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This decreases swelling in the air passages to avoid asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.

• Ques : What are the uses of Montair 5 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Montair is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Asthma, Allergic rhinitis, and Bronchospasm.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Montair 5 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include Headache, Stomach pain, Chest tightness, Joint pain, Difficulty in swallowing, Pus in urine, Agitation and anxiety, Skin rash, Heartburn, Pain in the ears, Blurred vision, Influenza, Infection of the airway, Churg-Strauss syndrome, and Suicidal thinking and behaviour.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Montair 5 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Montair should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.