Singulair online

Generic name:

montelukast (mon te LOO kast)

Drug class:

Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist.

Brand names:

Singulair (SING-u-lair)

Manufacturer:

Merck

Item info:

Singulair (montelukast sodium) is a prescription drug used for the long-term management of asthma, and the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Singulair works by blocking leukotrienes, the substances in the body that causes the inflammation and constriction of airway muscles, and the accumulation of fluid in the lungs when asthma occurs.

SINGULAIR is not classified as a steroid.

SINGULAIR IS NOT FOR THE IMMEDIATE RELIEF OF AN ASTHMA ATTACK.

SINGULAIR can be used by asthma patients age 12 months and older. Studies have shown that SINGULAIR does not affect the growth rate of children.

SINGULAIR is available in regular and chewable tablets, and oral granules. You can buy Singulair online through online pharmacies or online ordering systems like Euromedonline. If you need a prescription, you can fill out our prescription request form and a US-licensed physician will issue you with one.

Contraindications:

Do not take Singulair without informing your doctor of your sensitivity to its formulation. SINGULAIR contains the active ingredient montelukast sodium. SINGULAIR chewable contains aspartame, a source of phenylalanine. Inactive ingredients include: (SINGULAIR tablet) microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, croscarmellose sodium, hydroxypropyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, titanium dioxide, red ferric oxide, yellow ferric oxide, and carnauba wax; (SINGULAIR chewable tablet) mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, red ferric oxide, croscarmellose sodium, cherry flavor, aspartame, and magnesium stearate; (SINGULAIR oral granules) mannitol, hydroxypropyl cellulose, and magnesium stearate.

Do not take Singulair without first talking to your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Pregnant.
• Breastfeeding.
• Liver disease.
• Phenylketonuria (PKU).

The existence of these conditions may require your doctor to prohibit, make a dosage adjustment or call for special monitoring while taking Singulair.

Singulair is in the FDA pregnancy category B, which means that it is not expected to harm an unborn baby, or whether it has adverse reactions to nursing infants.

Interactions:

Do not take Singulair (montelukast sodium) without first talking to your doctor if you are taking other prescription or over-the-counter medicines; including vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements.

Avoid taking aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs while taking SINGULAIR.

Side effects:

The most common side effects to taking SINGULAIR include:

• Stomach pain, stomach or intestinal upset.
• Heartburn.
• Tiredness.
• Fever.
• Stuffy nose.
• Cough.
• Flu.
• Upper respiratory infection.
• Dizziness or headache.
• Rash.

Immediately inform your doctor if you experience a feeling of pins and needles or numbness of arms or legs, flu-like illness, rash or severe inflammation (pain and swelling) of the sinuses (sinusitis).

If you develop allergic-type reactions, stop taking Singulair and seek immediate medical attention.

Side effects other than those identified here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome.

Dosage:

DO NOT TAKE SINGULAIR FOR THE IMMEDIATE RELIEF OF AN ASTHMA ATTACK.

Take Singulair exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Frequency and dosage varies with type of condition. If you do not understand these directions, or if you would like to learn more about the medication you are taking, ask your pharmacist or nurse to explain them to you. You may also call 1.866.279.1400 for 24/7 customer support.

for asthma medication, take Singulair tablet (or granules) once a day in the evening, with or without food. Take it for as long as required by your doctor, even if you no longer experience symptoms of asthma.

for allergy treatment, take Singulair once a day at the same time each day, with or without food.

SINGULAR granules can be given either directly in the mouth, dissolved in one teaspoonful of formula or breast milk, or mixed with a spoonful of soft food like applesauce, mashed carrots, rice, or ice cream kept at room temperature. Open the packet only when ready to use. Use only within 15 minutes after opening.

Storage:

Store SINGULAIR at 25°C (77°F) and protect from moisture and light.

More information:

http://www.singulair.com

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