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Meyerlukast 10 is a film-coated tablet, used for the prevention and treatment of chronic bronchial asthma in children and adults or seasonal allergic rhinitis.
1. Uses of Meyerlukast 10
Meyerlukast 10 has the main ingredient Montelukast which is prescribed by a doctor in the following cases:
Meyerlukast 10 is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma such as wheezing and shortness of breath. It is used to prevent respiratory problems such as bronchospasm caused by excessive exercise. Meyerlukast is effective in reducing the symptoms of allergic rhinitis such as sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose, and itchy nose. Treatment of chronic bronchial asthma in adults and children over 15 years of age Effective in reducing symptoms of allergic rhinitis during the day and at night. Treatment of symptoms of year-round allergies in adults and children over 6 months of age.
2. Dosage and how to take Meyerlukast 10
How to take Meyerlukast 10
Drugs used to take when full or hungry; For patients with asthma or people who have both asthma and allergic rhinitis, the drug should be used in the evening. For patients with allergic rhinitis, the time of use can be flexible, in accordance with the condition of the disease. Dosage of Meyerlukast 10 for adults: Patients over 15 years old with asthma or allergic rhinitis: Take 1 tablet of 10 mg or 2 tablets of 5 mg daily. For adults with allergic rhinitis: Take 10mg once a day. Maintenance dose for asthma treatment: 10mg once a day should be taken in the evening. Usual Adult Dose for Bronchospasm Prevention: 10mg once a day, if you exercise, 2 hours before and no additional dose should be taken within 24 hours from the time of use. most recent dose. Dosage for children with allergic rhinitis:
Children 15 years of age and older with asthma or allergic rhinitis use 10 mg, orally once a day. Children 6-14 years old with asthma or allergic rhinitis use the dose of 5mg, chewed orally once a day. Children 2 to 5 years old with asthma or allergic rhinitis use a dose of 4mg, taken once a day. Children aged 1 to 2 years with asthma should use 4 mg tablets, taken once a day in the evening. Children from 6 months to 23 months with allergic rhinitis use a dose of 4mg / time / day. Dosage for children to prevent bronchospasm:
Children 15 years of age and older take 10mg, use at least 2 hours before exercise. Children 6-14 years old should take 5mg orally at least 2 hours before exercise.
3. Drug interactions
Be careful when combining Meyerlukast 10 with drugs such as Phenobarbital, Rifampicin, Phenytoin, especially in young children.
It is necessary to tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, and dietary supplements.
4. Unwanted side effects
Common side effects: Vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, rash, increased serum transaminases. Uncommon side effects: Dizziness, drug hypersensitivity reactions such as anaphylaxis, asthenia, nosebleeds, dry mouth, joint pain, insomnia, depression, sleepwalking, myalgia, dyspepsia, seizures... Rare side effects: Tendonitis, angioedema, increased bleeding in the nose, vagina, rectum or mouth. Very rare side effects: Upper respiratory tract infection, disorientation, eosinophilic infiltration of the liver. When experiencing any side effects, the patient should immediately notify a qualified doctor or pharmacist to receive the best advice and support.
5. Notes when using Meyerlukast 10
Do not use the drug when the patient is sensitive to any ingredient of the drug. Do not take other medicines at the same time that contain the same ingredients as corticosteroids. Do not use Meyerlukast 10 to treat an acute asthma attack. Do not replace oral corticosteroids with Montelukast unless directed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine for pregnant women, only use it when absolutely necessary and it is best to consult a doctor. It is not known at this time whether the drug is excreted in breast milk. However, users should use caution while breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Do not use the drug while driving or operating machinery because Meyerlukast 10 can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fatigue. Once the symptoms have improved, the patient should not stop taking the drug on their own. Reduce dose of combination drugs: Bronchodilators, inhaled or oral corticosteroids. Montelu should not be abruptly substituted for inhaled or oral corticosteroids. Patients should not continue to take Aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs when using Meyerlukast 10. The article has provided information on the uses, doses and precautions when using Meyerlukast 10. To ensure safety To stay healthy and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Meyerlukast 10 exactly as directed by your doctor.
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