PRODUCT DETAILS

About Molly 5mg Tablet

MONTELUKAST contains an anti-allergic medication primarily used to treat seasonal allergies and Asthma. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens’ Asthma is a local inflammatory disease of lungs & airways associated with exaggerated airway-narrowing and may produce extra mucus due to specific triggers like viruses, allergens & exercise.

MONTELUKAST contains a leukotriene antagonist Montelukast. It works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling of airways in the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks. Leukotrienes are also released in your body when you have an allergic reaction to something like dust or pollen. MONTELUKAST helps to reduce the level of leukotrienes and stops you from getting symptoms.

Take MONTELUKAST as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take MONTELUKAST for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. Can be taken with or without food. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhoea, headache, abdominal cramp, flu-like symptoms, nausea, dizziness, vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting MONTELUKAST, inform your doctor if you have severe liver problems. Concurrent use of MONTELUKAST with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided as they may reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking MONTELUKAST as it stopping suddenly may lead to an acute attack of Asthma. If you have any mental disorder, inform your doctor before starting MONTELUKAST as MONTELUKAST can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behaviour, irritability, restlessness).  Sometimes you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms.

Uses of Molly 5mg Tablet

Asthma, Seasonal allergies

Medicinal Benefits of Molly 5mg Tablet

MONTELUKAST is an anti-allergic medication that contains Montelukast. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist, which blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose and lungs, making it easy to breathe and help them to improve symptoms and treat a broad range of allergic conditions, thereby minimizing symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, coughing, watery eyes, etc. It is known as a preventer medication, which helps to prevent symptoms of asthma and allergies.

Directions for Use

Take the tablet of MONTELUKAST with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Side Effects of Molly 5mg Tablet

• Diarrhoea 
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Abdominal cramp
• Flu-like symptoms
• Nausea
• Vomiting

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take MONTELUKAST if you are allergic to MONTELUKAST or any of its ingredients. If you have any mental disorder, inform your doctor before starting MONTELUKAST as MONTELUKAST can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behaviour, irritability, restlessness). Sometimes you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms. It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies. Concurrent use of MONTELUKAST with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided to reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking MONTELUKAST as it stopping abruptly may lead to an acute attack of asthma.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

MONTELUKAST may have an interaction with pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac), blood thinners (aspirin), antiallergic medications (cetirizine), antiasthma drugs (salmeterol, albuterol, formoterol), anti-hypertensive medication (metoprolol), and anti-epilepsy medications (phenobarbital, phenytoin).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Patients affected with liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, and phenylketonuria should not take MONTELUKAST as it has severe interaction.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking MONTELUKAST as it can worsen your side effects like drowsiness.

PREGNANCY

There is limited data on how MONTELUKAST affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to conceive or already pregnant before starting MONTELUKAST.

BREAST FEEDING

There is limited data on how MONTELUKAST affects breastfeeding. However, Montelukast may pass into breast milk. Please consult your doctor before starting MONTELUKAST.

DRIVING

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness or difficulty in concentrating while using MONTELUKAST. MONTELUKAST may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

LIVER

MONTELUKAST should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing MONTELUKAST.

KIDNEY

MONTELUKAST should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing MONTELUKAST.