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Mekast 10mg Tablet 14's
Mekast 10mg Tablet 14's

Mekast 10mg Tablet 14's

Asthma/COPD Prescription (Rx) Required

MONTELUKAST 10MG

NPR 238.00

Mfr: Nepal PHarmaceutical Laboratory Pvt. Ltd.
14 Tablet(s) in a Strip
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What is MEKAST 10MG?

  • MEKAST 10MG contains Montelukast which belongs to leukotriene receptor antagonist
  • It works by blocking substances in the body called leukotrienes. Blocking leukotrienes improves asthma and allergic rhinitis

What MEKAST 10MG is used for?

  • MEKAST 10MG is used for the long-term management of asthma in adults and children ages 12 months and older
  • It is used to treat seasonal allergic rhinitis (outdoor allergies that happen part of the year) in adults and children ages 2 years and older, and perennial allergic rhinitis (indoor allergies that happen all year) in adults and children ages 6 months and older

Talk to your doctor before taking MEKAST 10MG, if you

  • are allergic to MONTELUKAST or any of its ingredients
  • If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or planning to have baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine
  • Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, and herbal supplements

For adults and children 12 months of age and older with asthma

  • Take MEKAST 10MG once a day in the evening
  • Take this medicine every day for as long as your doctor prescribes it, even if you have no asthma symptoms
  • You may take this medicine with food or without food

For patients 15 years of age and older for the prevention of exercise-induced asthma:

  • Take MEKAST 10MG at least 2 hours before exercise
  • If you are taking this medicine daily for chronic asthma or allergic rhinitis, do not take an additional dose to prevent exercise-induced asthma
  • Do not take an additional dose of this medicine within 24 hours of a previous dose

For adults  and older with seasonal allergic rhinitis or perennial allergic rhinitis:

  • Take MEKAST 10MG once a day, at about the same time each day
  • Take MEKAST 10MG every day for as long as your doctor prescribes it
  • You may take MEKAST 10MG with food or without food

If you take more

  • If you take too many MEKAST 10MG tablets, or if someone else has taken your medicine, talk to your doctor immediately and you may need Medical attention

If you forget to take

  • Take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Never take two doses on the same day

 If you stop taking

  • Do not stop taking or lower the dose of your other asthma medicines unless your doctor tells you to do so
  • stomach pain or upset
  • heartburn
  • tiredness
  • fever, cough
  • stuffy nose
  • upper respiratory infection
  • dizziness, headache
  • increased bleeding tendency
  • allergic reactions including swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and/or throat (which may cause trouble breathing or swallowing), hives and itching
  • drowsiness, seizures (convulsions or fits)
  • palpitations
  • nose bleed
  • inflammation of the pancreas
  • hepatitis
  • bruising
  • joint pain, muscle aches and muscle cramps
  • swelling
  • Behavior and mood-related changes
  • Protect from excess heat and light
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Store at room temperature (15-25ºC)
  • Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
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