Airlukast is used in the treatment of asthma in patients with mild to moderate persistent asthma. It also provides symptomatic relief of seasonal allergic rhinitis.
What is Airlukast used for?
Airlukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma such as shortness of breath and wheezing. It is also commonly used before exercise by people with breathing problems to help reduce the risk of breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm).
Airlukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis such as sneezing, and stuffy or runny nose.
Airlukast Composition and Mechanism of Action.
Airlukast belongs to a class of medications called “anti-allergic”. Its major ingredient is Montelukast Sodium. Montelukast belongs to a group of medicines called leukotriene receptor antagonists (LTRAs). They work by stopping the chemicals in your body that narrow the airways.
Airlukast Side Effects
Common side effects of Airlukast include:
- Flu
- Muscle weakness
- Sore throat
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Cough
- Stomach pain
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Diarrhea
- Runny nose
What symptoms does Montelukast treat?
Montelukast is used to prevent the symptoms of Asthma and Bronchospasm such as wheezing, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, and coughing.
Is Montelukast a Steroid?
Montelukast is a member of the class of drugs known as leukotriene receptor antagonists. It is not a steroid or an antihistamine. However, it is often prescribed in combination with a steroid or antihistamine in the treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis.
Airlukast Precautions
- The effect of Airlukast on asthma control lasts for about 24 hours.
- Airlukast can be taken with or without food.
- It is advised that you continue taking Airlukast even if the asthma is under control, as well as during periods of worsening asthma.
- Do not use Airlukast with other products containing the same active ingredient, Montelukast.
- Do not administer Airlukast tablets to children less than 15 years of age.
Airlukast Price
Airlukast is available for purchase on Drugstore.ng, the largest online pharmacy in Nigeria.
