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Montek Ab is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma. Secondary and off-label uses of Montek Ab have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Montek Ab depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Montek Ab also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Skin Rash. Normally, these side effects of Montek Ab are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Montek Ab is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Montek Ab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Montek Ab have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Montek Ab may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Montek Ab is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Montek Ab is used -
Common
Is the use of Montek Ab safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Montek Ab will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Montek Ab safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Montek Ab in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Montek Ab is unavailable.
What is the effect of Montek Ab on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Montek Ab. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Montek Ab on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Montek Ab. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Montek Ab on the Heart?
Montek Ab has very mild side effects on the heart.
Montek Ab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Montek Ab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Montek Ab habit forming or addictive?
Montek Ab does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Montek Ab as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Montek Ab only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Montek Ab is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Montek Ab
There is no information on the effects of taking Montek Ab with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Montek Ab
Taking alcohol with Montek Ab can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Singulair® (montelukast sodium)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Lukair® (montelukast sodium)
Package Leaflet [Internet]: MONTELUKAST. Accord Healthcare Limited
KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
