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Singulair

Montelukast

Intended to relieve respiratory and allergic airway swelling to support lung function and target leukotriene paths.

Active ingredient
Montelukast
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
4mg · 5mg · 10mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Singulair, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Singulair vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Singulair details

Alternative names
montelukast
Therapeutic class
Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist
Pharmacological class
Antiasthmatic/Antiallergic
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to montelukast
Minor side effects
headache; nausea; cough
Moderate side effects
sinusitis; abdominal pain; fatigue
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Merck
Onset Time
1–2 hours
Duration
24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Phenobarbital; Rifampin
Age restrictions
Approved for paediatric patients over two years and adults.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category B: Safety verified in clinical studies. Breastfeeding: Compatible.
Serious side effects

neuropsychiatric changes, requires immediate medical attention; systemic eosinophilia, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

intended to relieve respiratory and allergic airway swelling to support lung function and target leukotriene paths.

Mechanism of action

Blocks cysteinyl leukotriene type-1 receptors, preventing localised airway bronchoconstriction and inflammatory vascular leakage.

What you will receive

Singulair is the originator brand name, made by Merck. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Merck.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Montelukast is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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