Montelukast Ratiopharm
Montelukast ratiopharm 10 mg helps with asthma and allergy symptoms by blocking the effects of certain substances called leukotrienes.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
10 mg
Active Ingredient
Montelukast sodium
Manufacturer
TEVA Sweden AB
How to Use
Dosage
One 10 mg tablet once a day in the evening.
Method
Take the tablet by mouth with or without food.
Important
Do not take more than one tablet per day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Stomach pain
- •Headache
- •Upper respiratory infection
- •Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
- •Rash
- •Fever
RARE
- •Allergic reactions (e.g., swelling of face or throat, trouble breathing)
- •Mood or behavior changes (e.g., anxiety, depression, aggression, suicidal thoughts)
- •Seizures
- •Dizziness, drowsiness, trouble sleeping
- •Tingling or numbness
- •Bleeding more easily
- •Palpitations (fast heartbeats)
- •Liver problems (hepatitis)
Important Warnings
- If your asthma gets worse or you have trouble breathing, tell your doctor right away.
- This medicine is not for sudden asthma attacks; always use your rescue inhaler as instructed by your doctor.
- If you notice changes in mood or behavior, such as depression or thoughts of harming yourself, contact your doctor right away.
- Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to montelukast or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not give this medicine to children under 15 years old.
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- Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. Consider possibility of adverse neuropsychiatric effects. Avoid grapefruit. (updated 17.2.2025)