Asmalair 5 Mg Tablets

Asmalair 5 Mg Tablets

Description:

Asmalair 5 mg tablets are a prescription anti-asthma medicine containing montelukast, a leukotriene (cyslt1) receptor antagonist with anti-inflammatory action on the airways. It is used as a controller medication to help prevent asthma attacks, improve breathing, and reduce symptoms such as wheezing, chest tightness, and night-time cough. Asmalair is taken orally and is typically used as long-term maintenance therapy, often in combination with inhaled corticosteroids, to achieve better asthma control and to prevent exercise-induced bronchoconstriction in appropriate patients. It is not a rescue medicine for sudden asthma attacks.

Indications:

• Long-term management and prophylaxis of chronic asthma.
• Prevention of asthma symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and night-time cough.
• Adjunct therapy in patients with mild to moderate persistent asthma who are inadequately controlled with inhaled corticosteroids (as directed by a physician).
• Prevention of exercise-induced bronchoconstriction in patients where montelukast is indicated (only as advised by a doctor).
• May help reduce the need for short-acting bronchodilators when used regularly as maintenance therapy.

Active Ingredients / Key Components:

• Montelukast sodium – 5 mg per tablet (leukotriene cyslt1 receptor antagonist).
• Excipients: The full list of inactive ingredients (tablet core and coating) is not available in the provided data. Please refer to the printed package insert for complete excipient information.

Dosage & Administration / How to Use:

• Use exactly as prescribed by your physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
• Typical dose for children aged 6–14 years (when prescribed): 5 mg once daily in the evening. Adult dosing may differ (usually 10 mg), so this 5 mg strength is generally used in pediatric or specific patient groups as directed by a doctor.
• Tablets are taken by mouth with a glass of water, with or without food.
• Take at the same time every day to maintain consistent control of asthma symptoms.
• Do not use Asmalair 5 mg tablets to treat sudden asthma attacks. Always keep a fast-acting inhaler (rescue inhaler) available for acute symptoms, as advised by your doctor.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one.
• Do not stop taking Asmalair abruptly without consulting your healthcare provider, even if you feel better. Asthma control can worsen if maintenance therapy is discontinued.

Clinical Benefits:

• Helps prevent asthma attacks by blocking leukotriene-mediated bronchoconstriction and airway inflammation.
• Improves lung function and breathing comfort when used regularly as maintenance therapy.
• Reduces asthma symptoms such as wheezing, chest tightness, and night-time coughing, supporting better sleep quality.
• May decrease the frequency of rescue inhaler use and improve overall asthma control when combined with other prescribed asthma medications.

Warnings & Contraindications:

• For chronic asthma control only; not suitable for relief of acute asthma attacks or sudden breathing difficulty.
• Do not use if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to montelukast or any of the tablet ingredients.
• Use with caution in patients with liver impairment; dose adjustment or close monitoring may be required. Inform your doctor if you have any history of liver disease.
• Neuropsychiatric events (including agitation, aggression, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and very rarely suicidal thoughts and behavior) have been reported with montelukast. Inform your doctor immediately if you or your child experience mood or behavior changes.
• Drug interactions: Barbiturates and primidone (e.g., phenobarbital) can reduce plasma concentrations of montelukast and may decrease its effectiveness. Inform your doctor about all medicines you are taking, including antiepileptics and herbal products.
• Consult your doctor before use if pregnant or planning pregnancy. Montelukast should be used in pregnancy only if clearly needed and prescribed.
• Consult your doctor before use if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks.
• Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without medical supervision. Use only under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
• Keep out of reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion.

Side Effects:

• Common side effects may include headache, abdominal pain, thirst, and mild upper respiratory tract infections.
• Other possible side effects: dizziness, tiredness, rash, diarrhea, nausea, or flu-like symptoms.
• Neuropsychiatric side effects (less common): sleep disturbances (including nightmares), irritability, agitation, anxiety, depression, restlessness, or unusual behavior. Seek medical advice promptly if these occur.
• Serious but rare side effects: signs of allergic reactions such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing, severe skin reactions, or vasculitis-like symptoms (e.g., rash, numbness, flu-like symptoms). Stop the medicine and seek urgent medical attention if these appear.
• If you notice any unusual or persistent side effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Storage Instructions:

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed in its original blister pack to protect from moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Specifications:

• Strength: 5 mg montelukast per tablet.
• Form: Oral tablet.
• Pack size: 10 tablets per pack (as indicated by "10 tab" in the product reference).
• Intended use: Prescription asthma controller medicine for long-term management, as directed by a healthcare professional.

Disclaimer:
All pharmacy products are intended for general use only and do not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a healthcare provider before use. Results may vary, and no specific outcomes are guaranteed. Products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease unless stated. Follow label instructions carefully, as misuse may cause adverse effects. Compliance with local laws is the customer’s responsibility.