chesclar m kid 5mg tablet

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Montelukast (5mg)

🏭 Nebulae Pharma 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 23, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 23, 2026

What is chesclar m kid 5mg tablet used for?

Asthamon (Montelukast) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Montelukast (5mg), which Selective leukotriene receptor antagonist that inhibits cysteinyl leukotriene (L. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Montelukast
Manufacturer: Nebulae Pharma
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: B
Prescription Required: Yes

💡 Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

💊 chesclar m kid 5mg 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.

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Montelukast
Brand Name	Asthamon
Manufacturer	Nebulae Pharma
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
Action Class	Leukotriene antagonists
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from light and moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed after oral administration; peak plasma concentration achieved in 2-4 hours.

DistributionHigh plasma protein binding (>99%); distributed into tissues including breast milk.

Protein Binding>99%

MetabolismExtensively metabolized by CYP3A4 and CYP2C9 in the liver.

Half-Life2.7-5.5 hours

ExcretionPrimarily via feces (86%) and urine (<0.2% as unchanged drug).

BioavailabilityApproximately 64% (oral); food does not affect bioavailability.

Onset of ActionWithin 1 hour for bronchodilation; clinical effect may take days.

Peak Plasma Time2-4 hours

Duration of Action24 hours (once-daily dosing)

How It Works

Selective leukotriene receptor antagonist that inhibits cysteinyl leukotriene (LTC4, LTD4, LTE4) binding to CysLT1 receptors.

Mechanism Steps

1Inhibition of cysteinyl leukotriene binding to CysLT1 receptor on airway smooth muscle and inflammatory cells

2Reduction of bronchoconstriction, mucus secretion, and eosinophil recruitment

3Decreased airway inflammation and hyperresponsiveness

💡 How to Take chesclar m kid 5mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of chesclar m kid 5mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Headache
Dyspepsia
Nausea
Diarrhea
Upper respiratory infection
Fever

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Churg-Strauss syndrome
Severe hepatic injury
Anaphylaxis
Angioedema
Behavioral changes (agitation, depression, suicidal ideation)

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Seizures
Paresthesia
Myalgia
Arthralgia
Hematuria

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ 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

🚨 Major Interactions

CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., Rifampin)
CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., Ketoconazole)
Gemfibrozil

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Phenytoin
Phenobarbital
Carbamazepine
St. John's Wort

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Warfarin
Oral contraceptives
Theophylline

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions; may be taken with or without food.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction; avoid excessive alcohol due to potential liver effects.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to montelukast or any excipient; not for acute asthma attacks.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Asthma control, liver function tests periodically, psychiatric symptoms (especially in children).

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; use with caution, consider risk-benefit.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; no specific antidote; monitor for adverse effects.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

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Last reviewed on: Aug 23, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

chesclar m kid 5mg tablet

What is chesclar m kid 5mg tablet used for?

💊 chesclar m kid 5mg tablet Uses & Benefits

📋 Drug Information

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

How It Works

Mechanism Steps

💡 How to Take chesclar m kid 5mg tablet

⚠️ Side Effects of chesclar m kid 5mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

🚨 Serious Side Effects

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

🔬 Drug Interactions

🚨 Major Interactions

⚡ Moderate Interactions

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

🍽️ Food Interactions

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

📊 Monitoring Parameters

🤱 Lactation Safety

💊 Overdose Management

⏰ Missed Dose

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