Written byDr. Adeline Carol PetersBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
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Overview
Airlukast 10mg Tablet is supplied as a tablet, with Montelukast Sodium equivalent to Montelukast 10mg. It is supplied in a pack size of 10s.
No prescription is required for this product, as it is a non-prescription medicine. This page is limited to product, safety and handling information.
If you would like guidance before buying, you can speak to a doctor or pharmacist through an online consultation on DoctorOnCall. Orders are dispensed by a registered pharmacist and delivered to your address.
Directions for Use
Airlukast 10mg Tablet is taken once daily as directed by the prescribing doctor, usually in the evening, and should be swallowed whole with water, with or without food. It should be taken regularly, even when asthma symptoms are well controlled, and must not be used to relieve a sudden asthma attack, for which a fast-acting reliever inhaler is still needed.
Dosage
The usual dose for adults and adolescents aged 15 years and above is one 10mg tablet taken once daily in the evening, exactly as prescribed by the doctor following the online consultation. The dose should not be adjusted or stopped without medical advice, even if asthma or allergy symptoms improve, as montelukast works best as part of a consistent, ongoing treatment plan.
Shelf Life
Airlukast 10mg Tablet typically has a shelf life of around 24 to 36 months from the date of manufacture when stored correctly in its original, unopened packaging. Always check the expiry date printed on the blister strip and carton before use.
Storage Instructions
Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, and keep the tablets in their original blister packaging until ready for use. Keep out of the reach and sight of children at all times.
Side Effects
Headache
Stomach discomfort or pain
Cough
Dizziness
Fatigue
Sore throat
Diarrhoea
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to montelukast or any other ingredient in the tablet
Use as a sole treatment for an acute asthma attack (it is not a reliever medicine)
Caution in patients with a history of significant mental health conditions, given rare reports of mood-related side effects
Should only be used in children under 15 years with a doctor’s specific guidance and an appropriate paediatric formulation/strength
Drug / Food Interactions
Certain medicines that induce liver enzymes, such as phenobarbital and rifampicin, may reduce the effectiveness of montelukast
Inform the prescribing doctor of all other medicines being taken, including other asthma or allergy treatments, before starting montelukast
No significant food interactions are known, and the tablet can be taken with or without meals
Montelukast should not replace a fast-acting reliever inhaler for sudden breathing difficulty
Quick Tips
Continue taking Airlukast 10mg Tablet every evening as prescribed, even when symptoms are well controlled, to maintain asthma prevention
Always carry a fast-acting reliever inhaler if prescribed, as montelukast does not relieve a sudden asthma attack
Report any new mood changes, sleep disturbances, or unusual behaviour to the doctor promptly
Do not stop treatment abruptly without consulting the prescribing doctor
Keep all follow-up consultations with DoctorOnCall’s doctors to review asthma or allergy control
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor after careful evaluation.
Breastfeeding
Generally Safe
This medicine is generally safe during breastfeeding with minimal risk to the infant.
Kidney
Generally Safe
Generally safe, but caution may be required in some patients.
Liver
Use With Care
Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.
Alcohol
Use With Care
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine.
Driving
Generally Safe
This medicine is generally safe and should not impair your driving ability.
Relevant Information
Airlukast 10mg Tablet requires an online medical consultation through DoctorOnCall before it can be dispensed, as ongoing doctor oversight is important to monitor asthma control and watch for the rare but recognised mood-related side effects associated with montelukast. Customers in Malaysia and Singapore using this medicine should keep their doctor informed of how their asthma or allergy symptoms are responding and report any behavioural or emotional changes promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Airlukast 10mg Tablet is a non-prescription product and can be ordered without a prescription. It is still dispensed by a registered pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Airlukast 10mg Tablet is a tablet containing Montelukast Sodium equivalent to Montelukast 10mg. The full ingredient list is shown in the Composition or Ingredients section on this page and on the product packaging.
It is supplied in a pack size of 10s. Choose the pack size you need from the options shown on this page before adding the item to your cart.
This page is limited to product, safety and handling information in line with Malaysian rules on medicine information. If you want advice on whether this product suits you, book an online consultation with a doctor or pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Use it exactly as stated on the pack label, without changing the amount or how often you use it. If anything on the label is unclear, check with a pharmacist before the first use, and read the Directions for Use section on this page.
Yes. DoctorOnCall offers online consultations with licensed doctors and registered pharmacists, so you can ask about this product, your existing medicines, or anything on the label before you place an order.
Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, and keep the tablets in their original blister packaging until ready for use. Keep out of the reach and sight of children at all times. Keep it in its original pack and do not use it after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
Stop using the product and speak to a doctor or pharmacist about any reaction that concerns you. Seek medical care immediately for signs of a severe reaction such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or throat, or a widespread rash. Reported reactions are listed in the Side Effects section on this page.
Within Malaysia, standard delivery takes 3 to 5 working days. Same-day delivery is available in the Klang Valley for orders placed before 12pm; orders placed after 12pm arrive by the end of the next day.
Orders to Singapore are sent as international deliveries and take 5 to 9 working days. A lump-sum shipping and handling fee applies to every overseas delivery and is shown at checkout.
Customers in Malaysia can pay by FPX online banking, credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard), and supported e-wallets including Touch ‘n Go eWallet, GrabPay and ShopeePay.
FPX and local e-wallets are tied to Malaysian bank and wallet accounts, so if your delivery address is in Singapore, use the payment options displayed at checkout for that address rather than assuming the same list applies.
Yes. DoctorOnCall ships to Singapore as an international order dispatched from Malaysia, arriving in 5 to 9 working days with a lump-sum shipping and handling fee.
Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) allows personal imports of up to three months’ supply of a medicine for your own use or an immediate family member’s, as long as it contains no controlled drugs, psychotropic substances or prohibited items. Keep the product in its original labelled packaging and keep a copy of your prescription or doctor’s letter with it. Quantities above three months’ supply, and medicines containing controlled substances, require prior HSA approval.
Products listed on DoctorOnCall are registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Health for supply in Malaysia, and each pack carries its MAL registration number.
An order delivered to Singapore arrives as a personal import of a Malaysia-registered product; HSA product registration is not required for personal-use quantities, but it is also not the same as a product registered for sale in Singapore. If you need a locally registered Singapore product, buy it from a pharmacy in Singapore.
DoctorOnCall’s customer care team handles order, delivery and product queries through the contact channels on the site, including WhatsApp and the online help centre.
For deliveries to Singapore, allow more time before chasing an order than you would for a local Malaysian delivery, as the parcel passes through customs clearance and tracking updates can appear later in the journey.
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Important Medical Information
💊 Recommended Dosage:
The usual dose for adults and adolescents aged 15 years and above is one 10mg tablet taken once daily in the evening, exactly as prescribed by the doctor following the online consultation. The dose should not be adjusted or stopped without medical advice, even if asthma or allergy symptoms improve, as montelukast works best as part of a consistent, ongoing treatment plan.
🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
Known hypersensitivity to montelukast or any other ingredient in the tablet
Use as a sole treatment for an acute asthma attack (it is not a reliever medicine)
Caution in patients with a history of significant mental health conditions, given rare reports of mood-related side effects
Should only be used in children under 15 years with a doctor’s specific guidance and an appropriate paediatric formulation/strength
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
Headache
Stomach discomfort or pain
Cough
Dizziness
Fatigue
Sore throat
Diarrhoea
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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