Montelast (Morpen): Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Montelast (Morpen) Benefits & Uses

Montelast (Morpen) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Montelast (Morpen) 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
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take, till symptom persist
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take, till symptom persist
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take, till symptom persist
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take, till symptom persist

Montelast (Morpen) Related Warnings

Is the use of Montelast (Morpen) safe for pregnant women?

Montelast may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Montelast again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Montelast (Morpen) safe during breastfeeding?

Montelast can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Montelast (Morpen) on the Kidneys?

Montelast may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Montelast (Morpen) on the Liver?

Montelast can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Montelast (Morpen) on the Heart?

Montelast is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Montelast (Morpen) with Other Drugs

Montelast (Morpen) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Pirfenidone

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Phenobarbital

Rifampicin

Montelast (Morpen) Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Allergy
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Montelast (Morpen)

Is this Montelast (Morpen) habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Montelast (Morpen) 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 Montelast (Morpen) since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Montelast (Morpen) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Montelast (Morpen) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Montelast (Morpen) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Montelast (Morpen)

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Montelast (Morpen) together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Montelast (Morpen)

Taking alcohol with Montelast (Morpen) can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Montelast (Morpen)

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Montelast cause drowsiness?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Montelast causes drowsiness. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. You are recommended to not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it causes drowsiness.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Montelast cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Montelast 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Montelast without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Montelast is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Montelast work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Montelast 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 Montelast?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Take Montelast 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 Montelast 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 Montelast once on daily basis then you do not need to take an extra dose to prevent breathing difficulties before exercise.