Product Description
About Singulair 5 Tablet
Singulair 5 Tablet contains an anti-allergic medication primarily used to treat seasonal allergies and asthma. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements, known as allergens, typically not harmful to your body. Asthma is a local inflammatory disease of the lungs & airways associated with exaggerated airway narrowing and may produce extra mucus due to specific triggers like viruses, allergens & exercise.
Singulair 5 Tablet contains a leukotriene antagonist, Montelukast. It works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling of airways in the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks. Leukotrienes are also released in your body when you have an allergic reaction to something like dust or pollen. Singulair 5 Tablet helps to reduce the level of leukotrienes and stops you from getting symptoms.
Take Singulair 5 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Singulair 5 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. It can be taken with or without food. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as diarrhoea, headache, abdominal cramps, flu-like symptoms, nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these
side effects persistently.
Before starting Singulair 5 Tablet, inform your doctor if you have severe liver problems. Concurrent use of Singulair 5 Tablet with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided as they may reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking Singulair 5 Tablet, as stopping suddenly may lead to an acute attack of Asthma. If you have any mental disorder, inform your doctor before starting Singulair 5 Tablet as Singulair 5 Tablet can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behaviour, irritability, and restlessness). Sometimes, you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms.
Uses of Singulair 5 Tablet
Treatment of Asthma, Seasonal allergies
Medicinal Benefits
Singulair 5 Tablet is an anti-allergic medication that contains Montelukast. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist, which blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose and lungs, making it easy to breathe and help them to improve symptoms and treat a broad range of allergic conditions, thereby minimizing symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, coughing, watery eyes, etc. It is known as a preventer medication, which helps to prevent symptoms of asthma and allergies.
Directions for Use
Tablet: Take it with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.Chewable tablet: Chew the tablet completely before swallowing. Do not swallow it as a whole.Granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the granules in water or milk, mix well and drink immediately.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects of Singulair 5 Tablet
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Abdominal cramp
- Flu-like symptoms
- Nausea
- Vomiting
In-depth Information
Drug Warnings
Do not take Singulair 5 Tablet if you are allergic to Singulair 5 Tablet or any of its ingredients. If you have any mental disorder, inform your doctor before starting Singulair 5 Tablet as Singulair 5 Tablet can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behaviour, irritability, restlessness). Sometimes you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms. It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies. Concurrent use of Singulair 5 Tablet with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided to reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking Singulair 5 Tablet as it stopping abruptly may lead to an acute attack of asthma.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Singulair 5 Tablet may have an interaction with pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac), blood thinners (aspirin), antiallergic medications (cetirizine), antiasthma drugs (salmeterol, albuterol, formoterol), anti-hypertensive medication (metoprolol), and anti-epilepsy medications (phenobarbital, phenytoin).
Drug-Food Interactions: Singulair 5 Tablet may interact with a multi-mineral or other herbal/ayurvedic supplements, St. John's wort plant (used for depression). So, if you are using any of the OTC items, please tell your doctor.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Patients affected with liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, and phenylketonuria should not take Singulair 5 Tablet as it has severe interaction.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List
- IBUPROFEN
- NAPROXEN
- DICLOFENAC
- ASPIRIN
- CETIRIZINE
- SALMETEROL
- ALBUTEROL
- FORMOTEROL
- METOPROLOL
- PHENOBARBITAL
- PHENYTOIN
Habit Forming
No
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Some anti-inflammatory compounds in ginger can relax membranes in the airways, which could reduce coughing.
The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
To stay fit and safe, try to sleep 7-9 hours each night.
It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.
Special Advise
Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
If you have phenylketonuria ( an inborn error of metabolism that results in decreased metabolism of the amino acid phenylalanine), you should know that chewable tablets contain aspartame, which is not recommended in such conditions.