Monas 10mg Tablet

Introduction

Monas 10 is a prescription medicine used for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose. It reduces inflammation in the airways and make breathing easier. Monas 10 can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It is advised to have it 2 hours before exercise if you have exercise-induced asthma. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you...

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Uses of Monas 10

Asthma prevention
Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Side effects of Monas 10

Common

Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Diarrhea

How to use Monas 10

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Monas 10 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Monas 10 works

Monas 10 works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.

What if you forget to take Monas 10?

If you miss a dose of Monas 10, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Monas 10 for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.
It is a relatively safe medicine with very few side effects.
Take Monas 10 2 hours before exercising if you have exercise-induced asthma.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

Brief Description

Indication

Asthma, Allergic rhinitis

Adult Dose

Oral Chronic asthma Adult: As film-coated tab: 10 mg once daily in the evening. Allergic rhinitis Adult: 10 mg once daily. Prophylaxis of exercise-induced asthma Adult: 10 mg at least 2 hr prior to exercise; do not take additional doses w/in 24 hr. Elderly: No dosage adjustment needed. Hepatic impairment: Mild to moderate: No dosage adjustment needed.

Child Dose

Asthma Prophylaxis and maintenance treatment in patients aged >12 months <12 months: Safety and efficacy not established 12-24 months: 4 mg (granules) PO once daily in evening 2-6 years: 4 mg (chewable tablet or granules) PO once daily in evening 6-15 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) PO once daily in evening >15 years: 10 mg (conventional tablet) PO once daily in evening Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm Prophylaxis 6-15 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) PO 2 hours before exercise; do not take additional dose within 24 hours >15 years: 10 mg PO 2 hours before exercise; do not take additional dose within 24 hours If taking drug for another indication, do not take additional dose to prevent EIB Perennial Allergic Rhinitis <6 months: Safety and efficacy not established 6-24 months: 4 mg (granules) PO once daily 2-6 years: 4 mg (chewable tablet or granules) PO once daily 6-15 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) PO once daily >15 years: 10 mg (conventional tablet) PO once daily Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis <2 years: Safety and efficacy not established 2-6 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) or 4 mg (granules) PO once daily 6-15 years: 5 mg (chewable tablet) PO once daily >15 years: 10 mg (conventional tablet) PO once daily

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment needed.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity.

Mode of Action

Montelukast is a selective leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks the effects of cysteinyl leukotrienes in the airways.