- Resources
Singulair 10 Mg Twice A Day
- Singulair Oral Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
Pronounced: (mon-teh-LEW-kast)
Uses
Montelukast is used as a long-term (maintenance) treatment to prevent or treat asthma. It may also be used in people older than 14 years to prevent asthma brought on by exercise (bronchospasm).
This medication is also used to treat allergic rhinitis, also known as allergies or hay fever.
Montelukast works by blocking certain substances (leukotrienes) in the body. This effect helps to decrease symptoms (e.g., breathing...
Read moreMore information on "Singulair 10 Mg Twice A Day"
From Our Experts
Singulair and the FDA: Are they keeping us safe?
Did you see the reports last week that Singulair was going to be investigated by the Food and Drug Administration for reports of a "casual... Read more »
Singulair and Asthma: Getting Scared Smart
My e-mail is buzzing. "Have you seen the news about Singulair? Are you worried?" The short answer is, "No, I'm not concerned at all." ... Read more »
Making a list and checking it twice
It's Day 5 of my midlife meltdown and I've lost 1.1 pounds. Not a stellar accomplishment but given my 51-year-old metabolism and wildly... Read more »
Actonel twice a month
I just noticed that Actonel has just been approved in a new dosage to be taken just twice a month (instead of weekly.) The pills are taken... Read more »
Hurt Feelings? Think Twice Before You Fire Back
I often hear people say how much a friend's offhanded comment hurt, but when I ask if they think the comment was really intended to hurt,... Read more »
From Our Sources
Singulair Suicide Risk Analysis
What is the concern about Singulair (montelukast)?Singulair is a major drug in asthma treatment – it is important to review recent developments and... Read more »
Singulair may reduce number of missed school, work days
A new study suggests that children treated with Singulair missed fewer school days than those who took a placebo. Researchers say the kids who took... Read more »
Singulair shows promise in treating common cold
The asthma med Singulair may help speed up recovery of the common cold. In a new study, patients who took Singulair experienced a 50-percent... Read more »
Study: Sudafed 24 Hour as effective as Singulair on allergy sy...
A study at the University of Chicago has found "no significant difference" between the over-the-counter drug Sudafed 24 Hour (pseudoephedrine... Read more »
Study: Advair, Flovent safe for adults to use twice a day
A new study by drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline has found that Advair (fluticasone propionate, salmeterol) and Flovent (fluticasone propionate) appear to be... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
