Briomont: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Briomont Information

Briomont, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Briomont have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Briomont is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Briomont can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Briomont are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Briomont's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Briomont has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Briomont related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Briomont are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Briomont may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Briomont, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Briomont Benefits & Uses
Briomont Dosage & How to Take
Briomont Side Effects
Briomont Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Briomont with Other Drugs
Briomont Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Briomont
Briomont Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Briomont Benefits & Uses

Briomont is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Briomont Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Briomont Related Warnings

Is the use of Briomont safe for pregnant women?

Briomont may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Briomont, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Briomont safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Briomont. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Briomont on the Kidneys?

Briomont may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Briomont on the Liver?

Briomont may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Briomont on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Briomont on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Briomont with Other Drugs

Briomont should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Pirfenidone

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Phenobarbital

Rifampicin

Briomont Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Briomont unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Allergy
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Briomont

Is this Briomont habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Briomont is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Briomont since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Briomont should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Briomont is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Briomont Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Briomont

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Briomont with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Briomont

Taking Briomont with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Briomont

Question about 5 years ago

How does Briomont work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Briomont works by blocking the action of biologically active compounds (leukotrienes) which are responsible for narrowing and swelling of airways (bronchospasm) in the lungs and also causes allergic symptoms such as sneezing, stuffy, and runny nose. This provides relief to the patient from symptoms of allergic rhinitis and helps to prevent asthmatic attacks.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Briomont?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Take Briomont once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of drugs from the stomach. For asthma Briomont has to be taken preferably in the evening but for prevention of breathing difficulty during exercise, you should take medicine at least 2 hours before the exercise. However, if you taking Briomont once on daily basis then you do not need to take an extra dose to prevent breathing difficulties before exercise.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Briomont cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Briomont does not cause erectile dysfunction. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. It is not a known side effect of this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Briomont?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Briomont is a brand name of montelukast and it is available in the form of tablet, powder, and granules. It belongs to the class of medicine called leukotriene receptor antagonist. It is a prescription drug that is used for the preventive (prophylaxis) and maintenance treatment of asthma and to prevent breathing difficulty (bronchospasm) during exercise. It is also used to provide relief from the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever).