Montair 5mg Chewable Tablet

Montair Chewable Tablet contains montelukast, an anti-allergic medicine. Montair Chewable Tablet is used for the treatment of asthma and other allergic conditions such as a runny or blocked nose, watery eyes, itching, etc. This medicine works by inhibiting the action of natural chemical substance leukotrienes responsible for allergic conditions.

By blocking leukotrienes, Montelukast improves asthma symptoms, helps control asthma and improves seasonal allergy symptoms.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of Montair Chewable Tablet include vomiting, abdominal pain, thirst, somnolence (drowsiness) and mood disorders. If you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Montair Chewable Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Montair Chewable Tablet containing montelukast works by opposing the actions of Leukotrienes. Leukotrienes cause narrowing and swelling of airways in the lungs and also cause allergy symptoms. By blocking leukotrienes, Montelukast improves asthma symptoms, helps control asthma and improves seasonal allergy symptoms.

Directions for Use

• Take this medicine in the correct dose and for the exact duration as advised by your physician.
• Montair Chewable Tabletmg should be taken as a whole with a glass of water. It can be taken with or without food.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Montair 5mg Strip Of 15 Chewable Tablets during pregnancy?

Montair Chewable Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy under medical supervision. Use this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Montair 5mg Strip Of 15 Chewable Tablets while breastfeeding?

Limited information is available on the use of Montair Chewable Tablets in breastfeeding mothers. Use this medicine while breastfeeding only if prescribed by your doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Montair 5mg Strip Of 15 Chewable Tablets?

Montair Chewable Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Montair 5mg Strip Of 15 Chewable Tablets?

Avoid intake of alcohol while taking Montair Chewable Tablet as this may make you more drowsy.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience agitation, aggression, irritability, restlessness and suicidal thinking, then immediately inform your doctor.
• Montair Chewable Tablet is not meant for relief during an acute attack of asthma. You are advised to have appropriate rescue medication to manage such acute events.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to montelukast or any other components of the Montair Chewable Tablet.

Side effects

• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Dry mouth
• Rash
• Cough
• Nasal congestion
• Dyspepsia

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Montair Chewable Tabletmg may be administered routinely with other medications used for the management and chronic treatment of asthma.
• Medicines used for the treatment of seizures or fits such as phenytoin and medicine used in the treatment of tuberculosis such as rifampicin should be used cautiously.
• Inform your doctor about all other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking before starting with the Montair Chewable Tablet.

Storage and disposal

• Store Montair Chewable Tablet at room temperature in a cool dry place.
• Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does Montair Chewable Tablet contain a steroid?

No, Montair Chewable Tablet does not contain any steroid. It contains Montelukast.

Does Montair Chewable Tablet cause drowsiness?

Yes, Montair Chewable Tablet can make you feel drowsy. This medicine has drowsiness as its common side effect.

Can I take Montair Chewable Tablet during an asthma attack?

No, it will not help in an acute attack of asthma. It is advisable to take appropriate rescue medicine like inhalers given by your doctor during an asthma attack. Keep taking this medicine as well and do not stop it abruptly.

Can I stop taking Montair Chewable Tablet if symptoms of allergy go away?

No, you should take this medicine for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Stopping this medicine in between the treatment may revert the allergic symptoms.