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Monteluke LC is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Monteluke LC safe for pregnant women?
Monteluke LC can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Monteluke LC right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Monteluke LC safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Monteluke LC. If you see any side effects, stop taking Monteluke LC immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Monteluke LC again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Monteluke LC on the Kidneys?
Monteluke LC rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Monteluke LC on the Liver?
Monteluke LC 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.
What is the effect of Monteluke LC on the Heart?
Side effects of Monteluke LC rarely affect the heart.
Monteluke LC 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 Monteluke LC unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Monteluke LC habit forming or addictive?
Monteluke LC is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Monteluke LC will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Monteluke LC only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Monteluke LC in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Monteluke LC
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Monteluke LC together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Monteluke LC
Taking Monteluke LC with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Monteluke LC does not raise blood pressure (hypertension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
No, Monteluke LC 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.
No, use of Monteluke LC does not cause weight loss in the patient. However, if you notice any unusual weight loss then consult it with your doctor.
Yes, Monteluke LC 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.
Take Monteluke LC 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 Monteluke LC 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 Monteluke LC once on daily basis then you do not need to take an extra dose to prevent breathing difficulties before exercise.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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