Singulair 10mg Tablet

Singulair 10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine containing Montelukast 10mg, a leukotriene receptor antagonist used in adults and adolescents for the long-term control of asthma and for the relief of symptoms of allergic rhinitis (seasonal and perennial nasal allergies). It works by blocking leukotrienes, chemical messengers released by the body during an allergic or asthmatic response that cause airway narrowing, inflammation, and mucus production.

As this is a prescription-only product, Singulair 10mg Tablet is dispensed through DoctorOnCall only after an online medical consultation, during which a doctor reviews the patient’s asthma or allergy history, current medicines, and suitability before issuing a prescription. It is intended as a maintenance treatment taken regularly, not as a rescue inhaler for a sudden asthma attack, and should be used alongside any other asthma or allergy treatment exactly as directed by the prescribing doctor.

Montelukast selectively blocks the cysteinyl leukotriene receptor (CysLT1) in the airway lining, preventing leukotrienes from triggering bronchoconstriction, swelling of the airway tissue, and excess mucus secretion. By reducing this underlying inflammatory pathway, it helps keep airways more open over time and reduces the frequency of asthma symptoms and allergic rhinitis flare-ups when taken consistently.

Singulair 10mg Tablet is taken by mouth once daily, generally in the evening, with or without food, exactly as prescribed by the doctor. It should be swallowed whole and taken at around the same time each day to maintain a steady effect. Patients should continue taking it regularly even when feeling well, since it is a preventer medicine, and should not stop or adjust the dose without consulting the prescribing doctor first.

The standard adult and adolescent (15 years and above) dose is one 10mg tablet taken once daily in the evening, as confirmed during the online consultation. Dosing for younger patients uses different Montelukast strengths and is not covered by this 10mg adult tablet. The prescribing doctor will confirm the exact dose and duration based on the individual’s asthma control or allergy severity, and any change to the regimen should only be made under medical supervision.

Singulair 10mg Tablet is generally stable until the expiry date printed on the blister strip or carton when stored correctly. Always check the expiry date before each use and do not take tablets beyond this date.

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct light and moisture, in the original packaging until ready to use. Keep out of the sight and reach of children, and do not use tablets that have been removed from their blister and left exposed for an extended period.

• Known hypersensitivity to montelukast or any ingredient in the tablet
• Not to be used as a rescue treatment for an acute asthma attack
• Caution required in patients with a history of significant mood or behavioural disturbances, to be discussed with the prescribing doctor
• Not suitable for self-initiation without a doctor’s assessment, as this is a prescription-only medicine
• Use in pregnancy or breastfeeding only under specific medical advice

• Phenobarbital and rifampicin — may reduce montelukast levels by increasing its breakdown in the liver
• Other asthma medicines and inhaled corticosteroids — montelukast is often used alongside these, but any change in your regular asthma treatment should be discussed with your doctor
• Should not replace a fast-acting reliever/rescue inhaler for sudden breathing difficulty
• No significant food restriction, though consistent timing of the dose is recommended

• Take Singulair 10mg Tablet regularly every evening, even when your asthma or allergy symptoms feel well controlled
• Never use it in place of your reliever inhaler during a sudden asthma attack
• Report any new mood changes, sleep problems, or unusual behaviour to your doctor
• Keep all follow-up consultations so your doctor can review your asthma or allergy control
• Do not stop treatment abruptly without medical advice, even if symptoms improve

Montelukast is generally used as an add-on maintenance therapy for asthma and allergic rhinitis rather than a first-line or standalone rescue treatment, and its full benefit is usually seen with regular, ongoing use rather than occasional dosing. Because this is a prescription medicine, DoctorOnCall requires an online consultation so a doctor can confirm that Singulair 10mg Tablet is appropriate before it is dispensed, and periodic follow-up is recommended to monitor asthma control and watch for any mood-related side effects.