About monteluka st
Leukotriene receptor antagonist
Used for
- Prevention and long-term control of asthma
- Prevention of exercise-related airway narrowing
- Relief of seasonal or year-round allergic rhinitis
Usual adult dose
Asthma or allergies: 10 mg once daily. Exercise-related symptoms: 10 mg at least 2 hours beforehand.
Usual dose in children
Ages 2–5: 4 mg once daily; ages 6–14: 5 mg once daily. For exercise prevention, follow age-specific prescribing guidance.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Abdominal pain or diarrhea
- Cough or upper respiratory symptoms
- Mood or behavior changes
Important warnings
- Rare serious mood or behavior effects, including suicidal thoughts, have been reported.
- Not for treating sudden asthma attacks; keep a rescue inhaler available.
- For allergic rhinitis, reserve use when other treatments are ineffective or not tolerated.
Pregnancy
Use when needed after weighing benefits and risks with a healthcare professional.
Breastfeeding
Human data are limited; discuss use with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Phenobarbital and rifampin may reduce montelukast levels.
- Gemfibrozil can increase montelukast levels.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.