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Glemont ct4 is a medicine used to help control allergic conditions that cause respiratory manifestations such as sneezing, runny nose, bronchospasm, bronchial asthma for children over 2 years old.
1. What does Glemont ct4 do?
Glemont ct4 Montelukast's brand name drug, that is, the drug with the main ingredient is Montelukast (in the form of Montelukast sodium) with a concentration of 4mg, made in the form of tablets or chewable tablets. The main ingredient of the drug is Montelukast, which inhibits the inflammatory substance leukotriene. This leukotriene is normally produced by the body when exposed to allergens, causing an increase in airway secretions and constriction of the muscles around the airways, triggering an asthma attack. When used on a regular basis, it can help:
Prevent wheezing and shortness of breath caused by asthma and help reduce the number of asthma attacks. Relieving the symptoms of summer fever and allergic rhinitis with manifestations such as coughing, sneezing, coughing, stuffy nose, runny nose, itchy nose. For use before exercise to help prevent pre-respiratory spasm during exercise: Exercise may cause bronchospasm, administration may help reduce frequency You need to use an inhaler.
2. Indications and contraindications of Glemont ct4
Indications
Glemont ct4 drug is indicated for use in the following cases:
Prophylaxis and supportive treatment of chronic bronchial asthma for adults and children 2 years of age and older, including prevention of symptoms of asthma. daytime asthma as well as nocturnal symptoms. Prophylaxis of exercise-induced bronchospasm in children at least 6 years of age. Relieving day and night symptoms of perennial allergic rhinitis and seasonal allergic rhinitis in children 2 years of age and older. Contraindications: Do not use for patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug.
3. Dosage and usage of Glemont ct4
How to use: The drug is usually taken once a day when full or hungry, the patient should chew the tablet and then swallow it. Accordingly, you should take the medicine at night before going to bed to treat asthma and prevent asthma. With allergic rhinitis , the duration of medication depends on the individual patient.
Dosage:
For patients with bronchial asthma or allergic rhinitis:
Children 2 - 5 years old with asthma or allergic rhinitis: Take 1 chewable tablet 4mg once daily in the evening before go to sleep. Children 6-14 years of age with asthma or allergic rhinitis: Take 1 5 mg chewable tablet once daily at bedtime. Adults and children 15 years of age and older with asthma or allergic rhinitis: 10 mg once daily. Usual dose to prevent bronchospasm: Take an age-appropriate dose of Montelukast at least 2 hours before exercise. The next additional dose should not be taken within 24 hours of the previous dose.
No dose adjustment is required for patients with renal impairment, mild and moderate hepatic impairment, and the elderly.
Overdose and missed dose:
Overdose: If you forget to take an overdose on the manufacturer's instructions, the patient needs to go to a medical facility immediately for monitoring and appropriate treatment advice. Missed dose: If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take it if it is almost time for the next hour and do not take a double dose as prescribed.
4. Side effects of the drug Glemont ct4
When taking Glemont ct4 you can cause some side effects including:
Upper respiratory tract infections such as pharyngitis, rhinitis; risk of infection with chickenpox virus, flu, cold... Increased risk of bleeding, thrombocytopenia and cause nosebleeds, bruising. Rare hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis, angioedema, skin bruising, urticaria, pruritus, rash, erythema nodosum. Causes eosinophilic infiltration in the liver. Dizziness, drowsiness, paresthesia or hypoesthesia, seizures. Palpitations Diarrhea, dry mouth, slow digestion, nausea and vomiting. Elevated serum ALT, AST enzymes, hepatitis (including cholestatic hepatitis, hepatocellular inflammation, mixed liver injury). Joint pain, muscle pain, can cause cramps, toothache, headache. Weakness or fatigue, malaise, swelling, fever. Changes in mood and behavior, uncontrollable tremors in a part of the body, anxiety, depression, trouble sleeping, difficulty staying asleep, self-injurious behaviors or thoughts death. Patients should tell their doctor immediately if they notice a change in behavior while taking the drug. In particular, these psychiatric disorders have been observed in long-term monotherapy users, especially adolescents, so close monitoring is required. You may also experience other side effects when taking this medicine. In case of experiencing other side effects of the drug, it is necessary to notify the doctor for advice and timely treatment.
5. Things to note when taking Glemont ct4
Not to be used concurrently with other products containing the same ingredient as montelukast.
The drug is used to prevent and support the treatment of allergic conditions. However, Glemont ct4 is not a substitute for inhalers or corticosteroids in acute asthma attacks. Therefore, do not use Glemont ct4 alone to treat an acute asthma attack, but you can continue to take it as a daily asthma medication.
Do not suddenly replace oral/inhaled corticosteroids with Montelukast. Treatment in relation to other asthma medications should note:
Montelukast can be used in combination with other drugs for patients on other treatment regimens. Reduce the dose of combination drugs: If you find that taking Montelukast is effective, you can reduce the dose of bronchodilators, inhaled or oral corticosteroids, but be careful not to suddenly substitute these drugs. . Closely monitor the clinical signs of patients who reduce the dose of systemic corticosteroids or bronchodilators in patients receiving Montelukast. In case the patient takes the drug, but the patient finds that the allergic disease condition increases, the asthma is more severe, it is necessary to return to the doctor to receive the advice of the doctor.
In addition to taking medicines to prevent and treat allergies, you should control your risk factors for allergic diseases, try to limit or avoid exposure to the allergen if known.
Because the drug has not been adequately studied with pregnant and lactating women. Therefore, it is best not to take the drug if you are pregnant and breastfeeding. Unless the benefit of the drug outweighs the risk of harm.
Be careful with people with phenylketonuria: Because the ingredients contain phenylalanine, a substance that affects the condition of Phenylketonuria.
Drug interactions: Use caution when combining drugs, especially in children when taking Glemont ct4 with drugs such as phenytoin (medicine for epilepsy), phenobarbital (anticonvulsant), rifampicin (antibiotic). .
Storage: Glemont ct4 should be stored in a cool place, away from direct light, away from moisture and out of reach of children. Do not use when the medicine shows signs of damage or has expired.
Above is information about uses, usage, dosage and precautions when using Glemont ct4. The drug is used under the prescription of a doctor. Patients should avoid taking the drug when they do not understand the effect of the drug on the body.
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