Montek 5 Chewable Tablet
strip of 10.0 Chewable Tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Montelukast (5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Montek 5 Chewable Tablet is used to prevent asthma attacks in children, ease breathing difficulties caused by strenuous physical activities, and treat seasonal allergies such as runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. Montek 5 Chewable Tablet is a leukotriene antagonist that works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms. It is used to prevent asthma attacks in children, ease breathing difficulties caused by strenuous physical activities, and treat seasonal allergies such as runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes.
Montek 5 Chewable Tablet is a leukotriene antagonist that works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms.
What food items should my child avoid taking with Montek 5 Chewable Tablet?
It's recommended to avoid giving your child high-fat meals and fruit juices along with Montek 5 Chewable Tablet, as they may interfere with the medicine's absorption.
Can other medicines be taken at the same time as Montek 5 Chewable Tablet?
Montek 5 Chewable Tablet may interact with other medications or substances. Before starting this medicine, please inform your child's doctor about any other medications they are taking. Additionally, consult with your child's doctor before administering any other medicines.
Can I adjust the dose of Montek 5 Chewable Tablet if my child starts to feel better?
No, it's essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage as directed by your child's doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose yourself, as this can impact their health. Increasing the dose may lead to unwanted effects like sedation and depression, while decreasing the dose or stopping it suddenly can result in a rebound reversal of all symptoms.
Can I stop Montek 5 Chewable Tablet by myself?
No, sudden withdrawal of Montek 5 Chewable Tablet may cause all symptoms to reappear. It's advised to discontinue this medicine gradually under the guidance of your child's doctor.
How should Montek 5 Chewable Tablet be stored?
Store Montek 5 Chewable Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of children's reach and sight to prevent accidental intake.
Montek 5 Chewable Tablet helps prevent asthma attacks. Never use it to stop an attack that has already started as the medicine may not work for such cases. Make sure you keep all other rescue medicines handy for your child in case of any respiratory distress.
- Never use Montek 5 Chewable Tablet to stop an attack that has already started
- Keep all other rescue medicines handy for your child in case of any respiratory distress
- Taper down the dose of inhaled corticosteroids gradually only after the advice of the doctor
- Never increase or decrease the dose of Montek 5 Chewable Tablet on your own
- Never combine Montek 5 Chewable Tablet with other cold and flu medicines
- If you are giving Montek 5 Chewable Tablet to your child for asthma or allergy, you need not give another dose to prevent exercise-induced breathing problems
- Make sure that you always have enough medicine
- Never give medicines meant for adults to children as they can harm
- Practice self-care tips: abstain your child from coming in contact with allergens, encourage your child to wear a face mask and avoid dusty places, give plenty of fluids to your child
