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Montelukast
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Brand Name: Singulair
Drug Class: Leukotriene receptor antagonist
FDA Category: Prescription Medication
CompendiRx Topic(s): Lungs
Dosage Form: Tablet Tablet - 10g, Chewable tablet - 4mg, 5mg , Oran granules - 4mg/packet
Common Usage: Asthma, exercise-induced bronchospasm, allergies
How it works
Competitive leukotriene receptor antagonist
Pregnancy
Pregnant patients adequately controlled on montelukast for asthma may continue therapy when conventional medications are not effective; initiating treatment during pregnancy is not recommended
Lactation
In general, breastfeeding is considered acceptable when the RID is <10% . The decision to breastfeed during therapy should consider the risk of infant exposure, the benefits of breastfeeding to the infant, and benefits of treatment to the mother.
Warnings
"Black Box Warning: Neuropsychiatric events , Contraindicated: Hypersensitivity Warnings: Aspirin sensitivity, not for acute asthma"
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