Generic Name - Montelukast
Category - Antiasthmatic, leukotriene receptor antagonist
Indications
Asthma
Generic Singulair is indicated to reduce asthma symptoms (coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, or chest tightness) and control your asthma. It does not provide instant relief and cannot be used to treat a sudden asthma attack. It works only when used on a regular basis to help reduce inflammation and prevent asthma attacks.
Generic for Singulair Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Singulair is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Singulair is contraindicated in patients who have history of the following ailment condition
an acute asthma attack
on corticosteroid therapy, like prednisone or inhalers
liver disease, like hepatitis
phenylketonuria
There are a number of medication that interact with Generic Singulair . It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
carbamazepine
phenobarbital
phenytoin
rifabutin
rifampin
troglitazone
Generic for Singulair Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericSingulair
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Singulair for asthma is one 10-milligram tablet once a day in the evening.
Generic for Singulair Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Singulair side Effects include dark brown or yellow urine, diarrhea, easy bruising or bleeding, edema or swelling of the legs or ankles and fatigue or weakness.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Singulair.
Generic for Singulair and Pregnancy
There are no adequate or well-controlled studies to indicate the safety and effectiveness of Generic Singulair in pregnant women. Before taking Generic Singulair, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Generic for Singulair and Breastfeeding
Studies do not indicate whether Generic Singulair passes into the breast milk. Do consult your doctor, if this medication is essential to their health.
Generic for Singulair and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Singulair in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Singulair and Geriatric
Generic Singulair has been used in some elderly patients and no differences in effectiveness or side effects were seen from those that occurred in younger adults.
Note
The above information about Generic Singulair serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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