Singulair

Generic Singulair (Montelukast) inhibits leukotriene. Singulair is used in treatment for asthma to prevent asthma attacks. It is useful in adults as well as for children above the age of one year. Montelukast is available in different forms like: tablet, chewable tablet and oral granules. You need to buy Singulair online or from any local drugstore only after discussing and evaluating the benefits and risks of this medication with your health care provider.

This is an orally administered medication. The dosage is decided after considering your medical condition and how you respond to the treatment. Take this medication precisely as instructed by your health care provider. Do not change the amount of your dose by yourself. Take the whole tablet without breaking or chewing it. For chewable tablets do not swallow it whole, you must chew it properly before you swallow. Taking this medication at same time every day will give you the best benefits. Do not break off taking this medication without consulting your doctor.

There are some side effects of Singulair. They can be listed as below:

• Hives


• Swelling on face and lips


• Muscle weakness


• Headache


• Tooth pain


• Tiredness

If you notice any of the above side effects causing discomfort, seek medical attention without delay. Not all the users of this medication will experience such side effects. You need to understand that your health care provider is aware of your medical state and also knows that the advantages of this medication are definitely greater for you than any of the dangers and that is why he or she has prescribed this medication for you.

It is advised that before you purchase Singulair; inform your doctor if at present you are taking any other medicines, supplements or even any herbal products. There are various medicines that may interact with Montelukast; a few of them are listed below.

• NSAIDs


• Solfoton


• Luminal


• Rifater


• Rimactane

This list does not comprise all the possible drugs that interact with Montelukast. If you want to know more details regarding Singulair interactions you can talk to your doctor or the pharmacist.

In case if you happen to take an overdose contact your doctor right away. If you notice any signs of overdose like: vomiting, drowsiness and stomach pain etc. seek medical attention immediately. You can also call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 or local emergency services at 911.

• You should not share your medicine with anybody.


• Two doses should not be taken within 24 hours.


• Inform your health care provider if you have any allergies.


• You will need to use Singulair regularly for few weeks to get desired results.


• Singulair is not very effective if used after the attack begins.


• Let your doctor know if you are not feeling well or if you still find the symptoms persisting even after using Singulair for a few weeks.

If you notice that you have missed your dose, take it as and when you remember it. However, if the subsequent dose timing is just about to approach, leave out the missed dose and just take the regular planned dose. Never attempt to take two doses together to cover the missed dose. 

Singulair is used on a regular basis to prevent asthma attacks. It helps to reduce breathing problems caused by exercise known as bronchospasm. Montelukast helps to reduce the frequency of using asthma rescue inhalers. Leukotrienes are chemicals in our body because of which asthma and allergies develop. This medication blocks these leukotrienes and also reduces the swelling in the airways and helps the patient to breathe more comfortably.

Singulair is also effective in treating narrowed airways in the lungs due to exercise induced broncho-constriction. It is also used in treatment of rhinitis or hay fever. You can obtain more information about other uses of this medication at any time when you buy Singulair at your local pharmacy.

Do not keep the granules packet open for more than 15 minutes; use it within that time or discard it but do not retain it to use afterwards. You need to store Montelukast at room temperature. Ensure that you keep it away from heat and humidity. You should not store it in the kitchen or bathroom. Make sure to keep it away from the reach of children and pets. Dispose of no longer required and expired medicines without delay. To know the correct way of disposing of this medication you can talk to your health care provider or to the local pharmacist.

• Though Singulair has not been found to have adverse effects on the unborn baby; consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.


• It is not yet proved whether Singulair passes into breast milk or not. So before using this medication, a nursing mother must talk to her heath care provider.


• Follow all your doctor’s instructions carefully.


• Your health care provider may ask you to perform some lab tests to observe your progress.