Aireez 10mg 30 Tablets

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Medicine

Detail Description

Generic Name

Montelukast Sodium

Drug Class

Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist

Dosage Form

Tablet

Description

Montelukast sodium selectively blocks cysteinyl leukotriene receptors, potent mediators of inflammation in asthma and allergies. It prevents leukotrienes from binding to receptors in airway smooth muscles and mast cells, thus reducing bronchoconstriction, mucus secretion, and inflammation. This action helps alleviate asthma symptoms and relieve seasonal or perennial allergic conditions.

Indications / Uses

  • Long-term control and prevention of asthma

  • Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction

  • Relief from seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever)

  • Treatment of perennial allergic rhinitis (e.g., dust mites, mold, animal dander)

  • Helps reduce reliance on rescue inhalers

  • Can be used in combination with other asthma medications

  • Not intended for acute asthma attacks

Dosage

(To be taken as prescribed by a physician)

  • Asthma (adults and adolescents): 10 mg once daily in the evening

  • Allergic Rhinitis: 10 mg once daily

  • Children: As advised by a healthcare provider

How to Use

  • Take once daily, preferably in the evening

  • Swallow tablet whole with water

  • Can be taken with or without food

  • Do not crush, chew, or break

Missed Dose

  • Take as soon as remembered

  • If close to the next dose, skip the missed dose

  • Do not double the dose

Overdose Management

Symptoms may include:

  • Abdominal pain

  • Drowsiness

  • Thirst

  • Headache
    → Contact a doctor or poison control center immediately for emergency support.

When Not to Use

  • Allergy to Montelukast or excipients

  • Pregnancy or planning pregnancy (consult doctor)

  • History of liver disease

  • Patients with phenylketonuria (PKU)

  • Children under 6 months of age

  • Patients with severe allergic reactions to NSAIDs

  • Blood disorders or immune system problems

Side Effects

Common:

  • Headache

  • Stomach pain

  • Nausea, diarrhea

  • Dizziness

  • Fatigue

  • Sleep disturbances

  • Skin rash or itching

Rare but Serious:

  • Mood/behavioral changes (e.g., aggression, suicidal thoughts)

  • Severe allergic reactions

Precautions & Warnings

  • Monitor mental health for behavioral changes

  • Not a rescue medication — ineffective for acute asthma attacks

  • Use with caution in liver impairment

  • Patients with phenylketonuria should check for aspartame

  • Do not abruptly stop taking without medical advice

  • Inform doctor about all other medications

Drug Interactions

  • Phenobarbital, Rifampin, Carbamazepine → May reduce Montelukast levels

  • Erythromycin, Gemfibrozil, Oral contraceptives → May increase Montelukast levels

  • Warfarin, Theophylline → May require monitoring or dose adjustments

  • St. John’s Wort → May reduce effectiveness

Food Interactions

  • Avoid grapefruit juice – may increase Montelukast levels

  • Avoid alcohol – increases liver stress

  • Avoid high-fat meals – may reduce absorption

  • Avoid herbal supplements like St. John’s Wort

  • Monitor caffeine – may cause anxiety

  • Excessive cruciferous vegetables may alter metabolism

Storage & Disposal

  • Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F)

  • Keep in original container, tightly closed

  • Protect from moisture, heat, and sunlight

  • Do not remove desiccant from bottle

  • Dispose of expired tablets per local guidelines

  • Keep away from children and pets

Control Drug

No

Quick Tips

  • Take at the same time each day, preferably in the evening

  • Continue taking even if symptoms improve

  • Do not use for sudden breathing problems

  • Inform your doctor if you notice mood changes

  • Avoid using other allergy medications unless prescribed

  • Always follow doctor’s advice for dose adjustments