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Manufacturer

Ranbaxy

 

Contents

Montelukast

 

Indication

Airlukast is used for prevention and long-term treatment of asthma. It is also used in certain patients to relieve runny nose caused by allergies and to prevent asthma attacks caused by exercise.  Airlukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist. It works by blocking a substance called leukotriene, which helps to decrease certain asthma and allergy symptoms.

 

Instruction

Use Airlukast as directed by your doctor.

• Take Airlukast by mouth with or without food.
• Continue to use Airlukast even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
• If you miss a dose of Airlukast, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Airlukast.

 

 

Drug interaction

Singulair interact with the following medicines: cisapride; methscopolamine nitrate; nitrates like amyl nitrite, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, nitroglycerin; nitroprusside; other sildenafil products. Also this medicine interact with: certain drugs for high blood pressure; certain drugs for the treatment of HIV infection or AIDS; certain drugs used for fungal or yeast infections, like fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, and voriconazole; cimetidine; erythromycin; rifampin. Also note that an interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. As usual it affects the the effect of drugs, so consult with your doctor about how it interactions are being managed or should be managed.