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Singulair Generic (montelukast) is an oral leukotriene receptor antagonist for the treatment of asthma and seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever). Generic Singulair reduces the swelling and inflammation that tend to close up the airways, and relaxes the walls of the bronchial tubes, expanding the airways and permitting more air to pass through.
Leukotrienes are a group of naturally occurring chemicals in the body that promote inflammation in asthma and seasonal allergic rhinitis and in other diseases in which inflammation is important (such as allergy). They are formed by cells released, and then bound to other cells, and it is the binding to these other cells that stimulates the cells to promote inflammation. Generic Singulair (montelukast) works in a manner similar to zafirlukast (Accolate), blocking the binding of some leukotrienes. Unlike zafirlukast, Generic Singulair (montelukast) does not inhibit CYP2C9 or CYP3A4, two enzymes in the liver that are important in breaking down and eliminating many drugs. Therefore, unlike zafirlukast, Generic Singulair (montelukast) is not expected to affect the elimination of other drugs. The safety and effectiveness of Generic Singulair has been demonstrated in children as young as 6 years of age. It was approved by the FDA in 1998.
Most important fact about Generic Singulair: Singulair alleviates the on-going symptoms of asthma, but it won't stop an acute asthma attack. For that you need a fast-acting, orally inhaled airway opener such as Alupent or Proventil.
Side effects of Singulair cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Generic Singulair.
If Singulair is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Singulair with the following:
- Phenobarbital
- Rifampin (Rifadin, Rifamate, Rimactane).
Take a Singulair tablet regularly every evening, whether or not you have any symptoms. The tablet can be taken with or without food.
Special precautions if you are pregnant or breastfeeding: Singulair should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. It is not known whether Singulair appears in breast milk. Because many drugs do make their way into breast milk, use Singulair with caution if you are breastfeeding.
Special warnings about Singulair: After you begin taking Singulair , your doctor may be able to slowly reduce the dosage of other asthma medications such as inhaled steroids. However, Singulair is not a complete replacement for such drugs, so you should not abruptly stop using them unless your doctor recommends it. If your asthma symptoms get worse or you develop a rash, numbness, or heart problems as you reduce your dose of steroids, check with your doctor. Such reactions usually result from a reduction in oral steroid therapy.
If your asthma gets worse after exercise, you'll need to continue using a short-acting inhaled airway opener to prevent the problem and relieve attacks.
If you are allergic to aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), you should continue to avoid them. Singulair does not remedy this problem.
If you have difficulty breathing while taking Singulair , or find that you need your orally inhaled bronchodilator more often than usual (or require more puffs than prescribed), notify your doctor.
If you have a child with phenylketonuria--an inability to process phenylalanine that quickly leads to mental retardation--you should be aware that Singulair chewable tablets contains this substance.
If Singulair gives you an allergic reaction, you cannot continue using the drug.
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| Brand Name: Generic Equivalent of Singulair |
Generic name: Montelukast |
| Category: Asthma & Allergies |
Preparation: Tablet |
Generic Singulair (montelukast) contains the active ingredient Singulair (montelukast), which is a type of medicine known as a leukotriene receptor antagonist. It works by blocking the action of leukotrienes, which are chemicals released by the body as part of the allergic and inflammatory response. Leukotrienes have effects in many areas of the body. In the lungs, they cause inflammation and increased mucous production in the airways. They also cause the muscles lining the airways to contract, which narrows the airways. All of this makes it difficult for air to get in and out of the lungs.
Singulair (montelukast) blocks leukotriene receptors in the lungs and, as a result, blocks the actions of leukotrienes. This prevents the excess mucous production, inflammation and narrowing of the airways that occurs in asthma, and therefore prevents asthma attacks. Singulair (montelukast) should be taken regularly to prevent attacks. You should continue to take it even when your symptoms are under control.
Singulair (montelukast) is used for people whose asthma is not fully controlled with regular inhaled corticosteroids or short-acting beta agonist relievers such as salbutamol. It is also useful to prevent asthma caused by exercise.
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