Montek AB Tablet SR helps prevent and treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). It helps relax the muscles of the air passages thereby making it easier to breathe. It is also use to treat bronchitis.
Montek AB Tablet SR is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are vomiting, upset stomach, heartburn, stomach pain, rash, itching, breathing difficulty, nasal inflammation, and flu-like symptoms. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Montek AB Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines that can help prevent the onset of an asthma attack if it is taken before exercise or exposure to some “triggers”. These “triggers” may include house dust, pollen, pets, and cigarette smoke. This medicine relaxes the muscles of your airways which makes the air easier to get in and out. It will, therefore, allow you to exercise more freely without worrying about getting symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. This enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
Side effects of Montek AB Tablet SR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Montek AB
Vomiting
Heartburn
Stomach pain
Rash
Itching
Hives
Drowsiness
Breathing problems
Increased white blood cell count
Nasal inflammation
Flu-like symptoms
Sinus infection
Ear infection
How to use Montek AB Tablet SR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Montek AB Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Montek AB Tablet SR works
Montek AB Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines:Acebrophylline and montelukast. Acebrophylline is a mucolytic. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways and nose to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Montek AB Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Montek AB Tablet SR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Montek AB Tablet SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Montek AB Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Montek AB Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Montek AB Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Montek AB Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Montek AB Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Montek AB Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Montek AB Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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