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Monti is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Monti also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Monti depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Monti as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Monti go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Monti has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Monti's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Monti contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Monti may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Monti is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Monti 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Monti is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Monti safe for pregnant women?
Monti can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Monti, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Monti safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Monti. Immediately discontinue Monti if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Monti on the Kidneys?
Monti rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Monti on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Monti. 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 Monti on the Heart?
Monti is rarely harmful for the heart.
Monti 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 Monti unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Monti habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Monti has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Monti as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Monti only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Monti for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Monti
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Monti with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Monti
Taking alcohol with Monti can be dangerous.
Yes, Monti help with bronchitis. Monti block the action of leukotriene which is responsible for narrowing the airways. By blocking the leukotriene Monti prevents the narrowing of airways.
Yes, Monti can be taken with amoxicillin. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking Monti along with amoxicillin then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Monti does not raise blood pressure (hypertension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Take Monti 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 Monti 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 Monti once on daily basis then you do not need to take an extra dose to prevent breathing difficulties before exercise.
Monti 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 873-874
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 228
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)
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