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Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet is used to prevent asthma attacks in children. It may also be used to ease breathing difficulties caused by strenuous physical activities. This medicine also helps treat symptoms of skin and seasonal allergies such as runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes.
Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet is used to improve asthma features, control asthma and also reduce seasonal allergy features
Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet is used to improve asthma features, control asthma and also reduce seasonal allergy features
Side effects of Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet in children
Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Singulair
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Fever
- Upper respiratory tract infection
How can I give Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet to my child?
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Take this medication by mouth. Chew it completely before swallowing, or as directed by your doctor. Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Singulair Chewable Tablet works
Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet is a leukotriene antagonist that works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms.
Safety advice
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet is recommended.
However, consult your child’s doctor in case of severe kidney disease.
However, consult your child’s doctor in case of severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet is recommended.
However, consult your child’s doctor in case of severe liver disease.
However, consult your child’s doctor in case of severe liver disease.
What if I forget to give Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet to my child?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet helps prevent asthma attacks. Never give it to stop an attack that has already started, as the medicine may not work for such cases.
- Make sure to keep all other rescue medicines handy for your child in case of any respiratory distress.
- If your child is taking inhaled corticosteroids, taper down the dose gradually only after the advice of the doctor.
- Never increase or decrease the dose of Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet on your own as it can harm your child.
- Never combine Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet with other cold and flu medicines as that may cause some side effects.
- If you are giving Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet to your child for asthma or allergy, you need not give another dose to prevent exercise-induced breathing problems. In case of any confusion, consult your child’s doctor as soon as possible.
- Make sure that you always have enough medicine.
- Never give medicines meant for adults to children as they can harm.
- Practice self-care tips:
- Abstain your child from coming in contact with allergens.
- Encourage your child to wear a face mask and avoid dusty places.
- Give plenty of fluids to your child as that helps in thinning and loosening the mucus in the lungs.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
1,3-Diarylpropanoid Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Leukotriene antagonists
Patient concerns
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Patients taking Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet
Once A Day
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Twice A Day
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What are you using Singulair Chewable Tablet for?
Others
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How much was the improvement?
Excellent
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What were the side-effects while using Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet?
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*No Side Effect
How do you take Singulair Chewable Tablet?
With food
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Please rate Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet on price
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FAQs
Q. Which food items should my child avoid taking along with Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet?
Do not give high-fat meals and fruit juices to your child along with Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet as they may interfere with the absorption of this medicine.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet?
Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I decrease the dose of Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet by myself if my child starts to feel better?
No, adhere to the dose as prescribed by your child’s doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose by yourself as it can impact your child’s health. While increasing the dose may cause unwanted effects like sedation and depression, decreasing the dose or stopping it suddenly can result in a rebound reversal of all symptoms.
Q. Can I stop the medicine by myself?
No, all symptoms may reappear on sudden withdrawal of Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet usually if taken for a long-term. It is advised to stop this medicine gradually under the guidance of your child’s doctor.
Q. How should Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet be stored?
Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet should be stored at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Name: MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Platina, 8th Floor, C.59, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East) , Mumbai - 400098,
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Singulair 4mg Chewable Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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