Indication
M-lucasTM is indicated in the treatment of asthma as add-on therapy in those patients with mild to moderate persistent asthma who are inadequately controlled on inhaled corticosteroids and in whom \’as-needed\’ short-acting b-agonists provide inadequate clinical control of asthma. 10 mg tablet only: Asthmatic patients in whom M-lucas TM is indicated in asthma, it can also provide symptomatic relief of seasonal allergic rhinitis. M-lucas TM is also indicated in the prophylaxis of asthma in which the predominant component is exercise-induced bronchoconstriction.
Dosage And Administration
10 mg Tablet: Adults (15 years of age and older with asthma, or with asthma and concomitant seasonal allergic rhinitis): one tablet daily to be taken in the evening. 5 mg chewable Tablet: (6-14 years) one tablet daily to be taken in the evening. If taken in connection with food, Montelukast 5 should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after food. 4 mg chewable Tablet: ( 2-5 years) one tablet daily to be taken in the evening. If taken in connection with food, Montelukast 4 should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after food.
Side Effects
Hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness; mood or behavior changes, anxiety, depression, or thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself; tremors or shaking; severe sinus pain, swelling, or irritation; or worsening asthma symptoms.
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