Uses of Monte H4

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1. What is the effect of Monte H4?

Monte H4 is a medicine that contains the main ingredient montelukast (in the form of montelukast sodium). Monte H4 is effective in supporting the treatment of chronic asthma in people with moderate to mild asthma. These individuals do not respond well to inhaled corticosteroids and are indicated for those for whom rapid-acting beta-adrenocorticotropic hormone receptor agonists are not responding well to treatment. hen. Monte H4 helps relieve symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy or stuffy nose. The drug Monte H4 is used in cases to prevent constriction of the airways caused by exercise.
Monte H4 will help prevent and treat chronic bronchial asthma in adults and children 15 years of age and older. Includes prevention of daytime and nighttime asthma symptoms, support for aspirin-sensitive asthmatics, and prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm. Treatment and relief of manifestations of day and night allergic rhinitis.
On the other hand, the drug is contraindicated for patients with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the drug Monte H4.

2. Dosage and how to use the drug Monte H4

Monte H4 is used orally and taken once a day, maybe after or before meals. However, to better treat bronchial asthma, it is advisable to take the medicine in the evening, before going to bed. With the treatment of allergic rhinitis, the duration of Monte H4 depends on the condition and needs of each patient.
For patients with both bronchial asthma and allergic rhinitis, it is recommended to take Monte H4 1 tablet per day in the evening.
People 15 years of age and older with asthma and/or allergic rhinitis should take the drug with a daily dose of 1 tablet of 10 mg or 2 tablets of 5 mg. Children aged 6-14 years are recommended with a dosage of 1 tablet of 5 mg/day. Children from 2-5 years old should only take 1 tablet of 4mg/day and must be supervised by an adult. Children from 1-2 years old give 4 mg / day in the evening. Note when using Monte H4: Advise patients to continue taking Monte H4 even when asthma is under control as well as during more severe asthma episodes. But no dosage adjustment is necessary for patients with renal impairment, mild to moderate hepatic impairment, the elderly, or by gender.
In the treatment for prevention, it is necessary to check and evaluate the treatment results after 2 to 4 weeks. If the patient is found to be unresponsive to Monte H4, consider additional or alternative therapy. In adjunctive therapeutic doses, inhaled corticosteroids should not be replaced with Bloktiene.
Treatment involving several other asthma medications, such as Montelukast, can be used in combination for patients already on other regimens.

3. Common side effects when using Monte H4

When taking Monte H4, patients may experience the following side effects:
Upper respiratory tract infections, respiratory system disorders: nosebleeds. Hematopoietic and lymphatic system disorders: hemorrhage. Immune system disturbances including anaphylaxis, hepatic eosinophilic infiltration. Nervous system disorders: Dizziness, somnolence, paresthesia or decreased sensation, seizures. Cardiac Disorders: Palpitations, palpitations. Digestive system disorders: defecation, dry mouth, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, stomach pain. Effects on liver function: increase in serum ALT, AST, hepatitis (including cholestasis, hepatocellular inflammation, mixed liver damage). Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders including: Angioedema, bruising, urticaria, pruritus, rash, erythema nodosum. Effects on the musculoskeletal system: joint pain, muscle pain including cramps. Causes weakness/fatigue, malaise, edema or fever. Sleep disorders: insomnia, hallucinations, anxiety, agitation even lead to depression. Patients should immediately call their doctor or notify the medical center if they experience any of the above signs.

4. Notes when using Monte H4

Concomitant use of other drugs containing the same ingredient as montelukast is not recommended. The drug is not used to treat acute asthma attacks. The abrupt replacement of oral or inhaled corticosteroids with Montelukast is not permitted. During the use of Montelukast, close monitoring is required when reducing the dose of systemic corticosteroids in Montelukast users. People with galactose intolerance, the Lapp lactase defect or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take Monte H4. Care should be taken with the side effects of Monte H4 if encountered. For pregnant and lactating women, it is necessary to consult a doctor before being allowed to use. People with jobs that involve operating machinery or driving should be cautious and careful when using Monte H4 because this medicine can cause dizziness, lightheadedness or drowsiness. In addition, another very important note is the interaction of the drug Monte H4 with other types of products. Monte H4 requires caution, especially in children, when used in combination with inducers of CYP3A4 (eg, phenytoin, phenobarbital, rifampicin).
Monte H4 is a medicine that should only be used when prescribed by a doctor. Therefore, do not arbitrarily use the drug indiscriminately, in order to avoid encountering the side effects of the drug.

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