Singulair is available in three forms: tablets, chewable tablets, and oral granules.
The form prescribed depends on the age of the person taking it.
This article discusses the prescription medication Singulair and its use in children with asthma and/or allergies.
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Learn about how it works, possible side effects, and dosage information.
In the event of an asthma attack, use arescue inhalerimmediately.
How Singulair Works
The active ingredient in Singulair is montelukast sodium, a leukotriene receptor antagonist.
Leukotrienes are immune system chemicals thought to cause many allergy and asthma symptoms.
Thus, blocking them with Singulair may help control asthma and allergy symptoms.
you’re able to dissolve the granules in a teaspoon of infant formula or breast milk.
Singulair is a once-a-day medication, but children with asthma should take Singulair in the evening.
Children with allergies can take it whenever convenient, preferably at about the same time each day.
Possible Side Effects of Singulair
Singulair is generally well tolerated by children.
Oral granules should be taken within 15 minutes after opening the packet.
Singulair can be taken with or without food.
If you or your child misses a dose of Singulair, take the next dose at your regular time.
Do not take two doses at the same time.
If too much Singulair is taken, call a healthcare provider right away.
It may also be used to prevent asthma in people ages 12 months and older.
Asthma
Singulair may be prescribed to help prevent asthma attacks.
Dosage guidelines for asthma are as follows:
Singulair is not an effective treatment for an acute asthma attack.
In the event of an asthma attack, use a rescue inhaler immediately.
Summary
The prescription medication Singulair is approved for use in children as young as 6 months.
It can treat allergies and asthma and is available in child-friendly forms such as oral granules and chewable tablets.
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