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Montemac 10 Tablet 10's
Montemac 10 Tablet 10's
Montemac 10 Tablet 10's

Montemac 10 Tablet is used to treat seasonal allergies and asthma. It contains Montelukast, which reduces inflammation and swelling of the airways in the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks. In some cases, it may cause common side effects, such as diarrhoea, headache, abdominal cramps, flu-like symptoms, nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

MONTELUKAST-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

NPPA :

Regulated

About Montemac 10 Tablet

Montemac 10 Tablet is primarily used to treat seasonal allergies and asthma. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements, known as allergens, that are typically not harmful to your body. Asthma is a local inflammatory disease of the lungs and airways, characterised by exaggerated airway narrowing and the production of excessive mucus.

Montemac 10 Tablet contains montelukast, which works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reducing inflammation and swelling in the airways of the lungs.

In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as diarrhoea, headache, abdominal cramps, flu-like symptoms, nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Take Montemac 10 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Montemac 10 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. It can be taken with or without food.

Before starting Montemac 10 Tablet , inform your doctor if you have severe liver problems. Concurrent use of Montemac 10 Tablet with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided, as they may reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking Montemac 10 Tablet , as stopping suddenly may lead to an acute attack of Asthma.

Uses of Montemac 10 Tablet

Montemac 10 Tablet is used in the treatment of asthma and allergy-related conditions. The detailed uses of Montemac 10 Tablet are as follows:

  • Manages asthma: Montemac 10 Tablet is used for the long-term treatment and prevention of asthma symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness.
  • Prevents exercise-induced bronchoconstriction: Montemac 10 Tablet helps reduce airway narrowing triggered by physical activity.
  • Relieves allergic rhinitis: Montemac 10 Tablet is effective in treating seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis by reducing symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion.

Key Benefits

  • Montemac 10 Tablet is an anti-allergic medication that contains Montelukast.
  • Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist, which blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose and lungs, making it easy to breathe
  • Montemac 10 Tablet helps to improve symptoms and treat a broad range of allergic conditions, thereby minimizing symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, coughing, watery eyes, etc.
  • It is known as a preventer medication, which helps to prevent symptoms of asthma and allergies.
Side effects of Montemac 10 Tablet
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.
  • Maintain a gentle oral hygiene routine by brushing your teeth twice daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, and flossing once a day to remove trapped food particles.
  • Modify your diet to limit sugary and acidic foods and beverages, and opt for soft, easy-to-chew foods to reduce discomfort and promote healing.
  • Manage pain and discomfort with over-the-counter medication, cold compresses, and warm salt water rinses as needed.
  • Adopt healthy lifestyle habits, including quitting smoking and tobacco use, staying hydrated, and stimulating saliva production with sugar-free gum to support overall health and well-being.
  • Avoid extreme temperatures and irritants, such as extremely hot or cold foods and drinks, to prevent further discomfort and promote a smooth recovery.
  • Get ample rest; this helps your stomach to settle.
  • Eat soft and easy-to-digest foods like white rice, bananas, crackers and apple sauce.
  • Include probiotics-rich food like yoghurt, kefir, or miso, as they help maintain gut functioning.
  • Wash your hands properly before preparing/eating food and after using the toilet.
  • Drink water, broth or diluted fruit juice to replace electrolytes and lost fluids.
  • Avoid caffeine, alcohol, high-fat, fried and fast foods, as well as sweetened beverages.

Directions for Use

  • Montemac 10 Tablet can be taken with or without food, or as advised by a doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication, to ensure the safety.

How Montemac 10 Tablet Works

Montemac 10 Tablet contains a leukotriene antagonist, Montelukast. It works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the airways of the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks. Leukotrienes are released in the body during an allergic reaction to substances such as dust or pollen. Montemac 10 Tablet helps reduce the level of leukotrienes and prevents symptoms.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Montemac 10 Tablet as it can worsen your side effects, such as drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

There is limited data on how Montemac 10 Tablet affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to conceive or are already pregnant before starting Montemac 10 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

There is limited data on how Montemac 10 Tablet affects breastfeeding. However, Montelukast may pass into breast milk. Please consult your doctor before starting Montemac 10 Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness or difficulty in concentrating while using Montemac 10 Tablet . Montemac 10 Tablet may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

Montemac 10 Tablet is not recommended for use in children under two years of age. The dose may need to be adjusted by your doctor depending on the child's disease condition and age.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Montemac 10 Tablet is safe for use in heart patients due to its cardioprotective effects.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Montemac 10 Tablet can be safely given in elderly patients if recommended by the physician.

What if I have taken an overdose of Montemac 10 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Montemac 10 Tablet , as it may cause an overdose. The signs and symptoms of overdose include vomiting, headaches, thirst, stomach pain, and excess sleepiness or hyperactivity. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Some anti-inflammatory compounds in ginger can relax membranes in the airways, potentially reducing coughing.
  • The immune system is affected by stress, which raises the risk of illness. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • To stay fit and safe, aim to get 7-9 hours of sleep each night.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Health Queries

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How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Montemac 10 Tablet to start to work: Montemac 10 Tablet ideally shows its action within 2 hours after administration. 
  • The time for which the effects of Montemac 10 Tablet last: The effect of Montemac 10 Tablet lasts for 24 hours.

What if you forget to take Montemac 10 Tablet

If you miss a dose of Montemac 10 Tablet , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take an extra dose to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Montemac 10 Tablet if you are allergic to Montemac 10 Tablet or any of its ingredients.
  • If you have any mental disorder, inform your doctor before starting Montemac 10 Tablet as Montemac 10 Tablet can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behaviour, irritability, restlessness).
  • Sometimes, you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc.
  • Certain food items are known to cause allergies.
  • Concurrent use of Montemac 10 Tablet with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided to reduce your mental alertness.
  • Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking Montemac 10 Tablet , as stopping abruptly may lead to an acute attack of asthma.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Montemac 10 Tablet  may interact with painkillers (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac), blood thinners (aspirin), antiallergic medications (cetirizine), antiasthma drugs (salmeterol, albuterol, formoterol), antihypertensive medications (metoprolol), and antiepilepsy medications (phenobarbital, phenytoin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Montemac 10 Tablet may interact with a multi-mineral or other herbal/ayurvedic supplements, St. John's wort plant (used for depression). So, if you are using any of the OTC items, please tell your doctor.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Patients affected with liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, and phenylketonuria should not take Montemac 10 Tablet as it has severe interactions.

MontelukastPrimidone
Severe
MontelukastMiconazole
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MontelukastPrimidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Montemac 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Montemac 10 Tablet and primidone can reduce the levels and effects of Montemac 10 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Montemac 10 Tablet and Primidone together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MontelukastMiconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Montemac 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Miconazole with Montemac 10 Tablet may increase the blood levels and effects of Montemac 10 Tablet. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between miconazole and Montemac 10 Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough, stomach pain, diarrhea, earache, runny nose, or uncommon, depression, confusion, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, hallucinations, irritability. memory impairment, restlessness, sleep walking, Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.
MontelukastRifapentine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Montemac 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Rifapentine with Montemac 10 Tablet may reduce the blood levels and effects of Montemac 10 Tablet. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rifapentine with Montemac 10 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience increased side effects such as headache, fever, sore throat, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, earaches, runny nose, or behavior and mood changes consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MontelukastPhenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Montemac 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Montemac 10 Tablet and Phenytoin may reduce the blood levels and effects of Montemac 10 Tablet. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Montemac 10 Tablet and Phenytoin may interact with one another, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience signs such as headache, fever, sore throat, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, earache, runny nose, or behaviour and mood changes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MontelukastRifabutin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Montemac 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Montemac 10 Tablet and rifabutin can reduce the levels and effects of Rifabutin. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Montemac 10 Tablet and rifabutin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience increased side effects such as headache, fever, sore throat, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, earache, runny nose, or behavior and mood changes consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Montemac 10 Tablet is commonly used to treat asthma and seasonal allergies by reducing inflammation and allergic responses. It helps prevent breathing difficulties and relieves symptoms like sneezing, nasal congestion, and watery eyes.
Montemac 10 Tablet contains a leukotriene antagonist, Montelukast. It works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the airways of the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks.
Although it is very uncommon, Montemac 10 Tablet can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behaviour, irritability, and restlessness). Sometimes, you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
Montemac 10 Tablet can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, please do not discontinue it or exceed the duration without consulting your physician.
Usually, Montemac 10 Tablet does not cause drowsiness, but in a few cases, drowsiness and sleepiness have been reported; hence, it is best to take it in the evening or at bedtime.
Therapy with leukotriene receptor antagonists like Montelukast may worsen the symptoms of psychotic events in patients with a history of mental illness. Careful administration and monitoring are essential before taking Montemac 10 Tablet in patients with neuropsychiatric disorders. Please consult your doctor before taking Montemac 10 Tablet if you have been diagnosed or have a history of mental illness like depression, seizures (fits), etc.
Montemac 10 Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called leukotriene receptor antagonists. It works by blocking certain chemicals in the body (leukotrienes) that cause swelling and allergy symptoms, helping to relieve them without using steroids.
Montemac 10 Tablet can cause drowsiness or dizziness in some instances. Therefore, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery unless you are fully alert and in a safe condition.
Do not use Montemac 10 Tablet to treat an asthma attack. Always use your reliever inhaler. Seek medical attention if you have any concerns.
Montemac 10 Tablet controls the symptoms of allergic rhinitis but does not cure these conditions. Continue to take montelukast even if you feel well. Do not stop taking montelukast without talking to your doctor.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Montemac 10 Tablet as it can worsen your side effects like drowsiness.
While specific dosing instructions will vary depending on your needs and medical history. Always follow your doctor's prescribed dosage and timing for taking these medications.
Individual needs may vary from person to person, so it should be used as directed by the physician. Your doctor may adjust the dose depending on the child's disease and age.
Montemac 10 Tablet may cause changes in vision, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating any machine that requires mental alertness.
Montemac 10 Tablet contains Montelukast, a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks the action of leukotrienes, chemicals released in the body during allergic reactions and asthma. This helps reduce inflammation and swelling, relieving symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, sneezing, and nasal congestion or a runny nose.
The common side effects of Montemac 10 Tablet may include diarrhoea, headache, abdominal cramps, flu-like symptoms, nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
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