INTRODUCTION

MONTAIR 10MG TABLET contains Montelukast which belongs to the group of medicines called Leukotriene Receptor Antagonists. It is used to treat and prevent the signs and symptoms of asthma and seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and in adolescents (aged 15 years or older). It can also be used to prevent bronchospasm (narrowing of airways) triggered due to exercise.

Asthma is a long-term respiratory disease in which your airways become inflamed, swollen and narrowed. It also causes excessive mucous secretion in the airways which makes it difficult for the air to pass through, leading to unpleasant symptoms like wheezing, difficulty in breathing, chest pain and/or cough.

Seasonal allergic rhinitis (also known as hay fever) is an allergic condition triggered due to exposure of oneself towards various allergens (such as pollens, dusts, mould or flakes of skin from certain animals). It is often characterized by inflammation of the inner lining of nose accompanied by nasal congestion, repeated sneezing and/or a red, watery or itchy eyes.

MONTAIR 10MG TABLET can only prevent you from getting an asthmatic attack. It will not stop an asthma attack that has been started already. Therefore, always carry an inhaled rescue medicine with you to subside the symptoms.

Take MONTAIR 10MG TABLET for the duration prescribed by your doctor to achieve better control over the symptoms. Before taking MONTAIR 10MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are allergic to montelukast or have any pre-existing disease condition.

You must also inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking MONTAIR 10MG TABLET as a precaution. The most common side effects of taking MONTAIR 10MG TABLET are stomach pain, headache, upper respiratory tract infections, skin rash, nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect troubles you.

USES OF MONTAIR 10MG TABLET

It is used in adults and in adolescents (aged 15 years or older) to treat and prevent the symptoms of:

• Chronic asthma
• Seasonal allergic rhinitis (runny nose, sneezing, itching of the eyes and/or nose)
• Exercise induced bronchospasm (narrowing of airways)

HOW MONTAIR 10MG TABLET WORKS

MONTAIR 10MG TABLET effectively controls the symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis, where montelukast acts by blocking the release of certain chemicals (leukotrienes) in the respiratory tract that triggers the allergic and inflammatory response. It also prevents the narrowing of the airway tract which makes breathing easier.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take MONTAIR 10MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without meals.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose, duration of therapy and number of doses per day depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Do not stop taking MONTAIR 10MG TABLET once your symptoms subside without consulting your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MONTAIR 10MG TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea and Vomiting:

Take MONTAIR 10MG TABLET with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your symptom worsens.

Headache:

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.

Dizziness:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

MONTAIR 10MG TABLET should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Your doctor will prescribe you with MONTAIR 10MG TABLET after evaluating the risks and benefits of the therapy.

BREASTFEEDING

It is not known whether MONTAIR 10MG TABLET can pass through breast milk. Therefore, it should be used in breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by the physician.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

MONTAIR 10MG TABLET usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate any machinery. However, do not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking MONTAIR 10MG TABLET.

ALLERGY

Do not take MONTAIR 10MG TABLET if you are allergic to Montelukast.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug – Drug interactions:

Before taking MONTAIR 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

• Medicines used to treat fits (Ex. phenobarbital, phenytoin)
• Rifampicin (a medicine used to treat tuberculosis)
• Medicines used to relieve fever, pain and inflammation (Ex. aspirin, ibuprofen)
• Gemfibrozil (a medicine used to control blood cholesterol levels)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more MONTAIR 10MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose might include stomach pain, sleepiness, thirst, headache, vomiting and hyperactivity.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep MONTAIR 10MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store MONTAIR 10MG TABLET at room temperature