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Aeromax

Aeromax

montelukast

Manufacturer:

Cathay YSS

Distributor:

Cathay YSS
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Montelukast Na
Indications/Uses
Management of chronic asthma, allergic rhinitis & prophylaxis for exercise-induced asthma.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult 10 mg. Childn 6-14 yr 5 mg, 2-5 yr 4 mg. Doses to be taken once daily in the evening.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Special Precautions
Patients w/ exacerbation of asthma after exercise should continue treatment of inhaled β-antagonist (as prophylaxis) & short-acting inhaled β-agonist (for rescue). Systemic eosinophilia may occur. Avoid abrupt substitution to inhaled or oral corticosteroids. Concomitant use w/ aspirin & NSAIDs in patients w/ known aspirin sensitivity. Not for treatment of acute asthma attacks. Pregnancy & lactation.
Adverse Reactions
Headache, dizziness; abdominal pain, dyspepsia, infectious gastroenteritis; flu, cough, nasal congestion; fatigue, dental pain, rash, fever, trauma.
Drug Interactions
Potent hepatic enzyme inducers eg, phenytoin, phenobarb or rifampicin.
MIMS Class
Antiasthmatic & COPD Preparations
ATC Classification
R03DC03 - montelukast ; Belongs to the class of leukotriene receptor antagonists. Used in the systemic treatment of obstructive airway diseases.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Aeromax FC tab 10 mg
Packing/Price
100's;30's
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