food interaction for Astham Tablet
alcohol interaction for Astham Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Astham Tablet
lactation interaction for Astham Tablet
food
alcohol
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Astham 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Astham 4mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Astham 4mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Astham 4mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Astham 4mg Tablet
Montelukast(4mg)
Astham tablet uses
{med_name} is used to prevent sneezing and runny nose due to allergies.
How astham tablet works
Astham 4mg 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.
Common side effects of astham tablet
Headache, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Fatigue, Fever, Joint pain, Upper respiratory tract infection, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Muscle pain, Behavioral changes, Hypersensitivity, Increased bleeding tendency, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Suicidal thoughts, Churg-Strauss syndrome
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Expert advice FOR Astham Tablet
- Montelukast 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 Montelukast on your own as it can harm your child.
- Never combine Montelukast with other cold and flu medicines as that may cause some side effects.
- If you are giving Montelukast 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.
Frequently asked questions FOR Astham 4mg Tablet
Montelukast
Q. Which food items should my child avoid taking along with Astham 4mg Tablet?
Do not give high-fat meals and fruit juices to your child along with Astham 4mg Tablet as they may interfere with the absorption of this medicine.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Astham 4mg Tablet?
Astham 4mg Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Astham 4mg Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I decrease the dose of Astham 4mg 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.