asthamon 4mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is asthamon 4mg tablet used for?
Asthamon (Montelukast) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Montelukast (4mg), which Selective leukotriene receptor antagonist that inhibits cysteinyl leukotriene (L. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Montelukast
- Manufacturer: East West Pharma
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ asthamon 4mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Prophylaxis and chronic treatment of asthma; relief of allergic rhinitis symptoms; exercise-induced bronchoconstriction.
Off-label uses: Chronic urticaria, eosinophilic esophagitis, COPD exacerbation prevention.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Montelukast |
| Brand Name | Asthamon |
| Manufacturer | East West Pharma |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Leukotriene antagonists |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective leukotriene receptor antagonist that inhibits cysteinyl leukotriene (LTC4, LTD4, LTE4) binding to CysLT1 receptors.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take asthamon 4mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of asthamon 4mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Headache
- Dyspepsia
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Upper respiratory infection
- Fever
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Churg-Strauss syndrome
- Severe hepatic injury
- Anaphylaxis
- Angioedema
- Behavioral changes (agitation, depression, suicidal ideation)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Seizures
- Paresthesia
- Myalgia
- Arthralgia
- Hematuria
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Rifampin | Major | Decreased montelukast efficacy due to increased metabolism |
| Ketoconazole | Major | Increased montelukast plasma levels; monitor for side effects |
| Gemfibrozil | Major | Increased montelukast exposure; risk of toxicity |
| Phenytoin | Moderate | Reduced montelukast levels |
| Warfarin | Minor | Possible slight INR increase; monitor |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., Rifampin)
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., Ketoconazole)
- Gemfibrozil
โก Moderate Interactions
- Phenytoin
- Phenobarbital
- Carbamazepine
- St. John's Wort
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Warfarin
- Oral contraceptives
- Theophylline
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions; may be taken with or without food.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction; avoid excessive alcohol due to potential liver effects.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to montelukast or any excipient; not for acute asthma attacks.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Asthma control, liver function tests periodically, psychiatric symptoms (especially in children).
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution, consider risk-benefit.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; no specific antidote; monitor for adverse effects.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.