Question 1

is there a leukotriene other than singulair that will not interact badly with maoi (parnate)? i need leukotriene for my asthma. i take maoi (parnate) for chronic depression. recently became unemployed - no more health insurance. ca no longer afford singul

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, : Unfortunately, because of patents, the only leukotriene inhibitors available on the market are singulair, (montelukast) Accolate and zyflo and singulair's the cheapest one of the bunch - and it's not cheap!  i know so many people in your situation.  Talk to your doctor about having a difficult time being able to afford your medication.  Your doctor may have samples or coupons to offer you.  Some drug companies even have special programs which offer medication discounts to people without insurance.  It doesn't hurt to ask!  good luck!

Question 2

prescribed singulair for 6 month treatment by ent for allergic rhinitis. i have read about a lot of scary side effects and honestly am afraid to take it. is it safe to take this long? also taking a 21 day regimen of bilastine and 90 days of nasonex?

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: Safe is a relative word. All drugs have side effects. Go to Drugs.com and enter the exact brands you are taking and enter them into the interaction checker. Where you read about side effects you want to find out and read studies about the medicine that tested the side errants and report the number ofr a she effect in those taking med vs this on placebo. Now you know likely risk assess. Discuss.

Question 3

best time to take singulair (montelukast) oral 10mg?

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Pharmacist: Since it's a once a day medication it may not matter what  time you take it as long as it's the same time each day. Your pharmacist can advise you about dosing as he/she has access to all the information about medications.

Question 4

how long does it take for singulair (montelukast) to be effective?

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2: Singulair (montelukast) can be effective in as few as 2 hours.  For patients with exercise induced asthma should take singulair (montelukast) at least 2 hours before exercise to be able to feel the effect of the medication.  Because of the inflammatory nature of asthma in most other cases it can take several days to achieve full benefit of the singulair (montelukast).

Question 5

can i take singulair (montelukast) and alkazellter night time together?

Accepted Answer

Should use caution: Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Since Singulair (montelukast) is a leukotriene inhibitor, it does not constitute a contraindication but call your doctor if you experience any untoward reaction with their concomitant use.

Question 6

why does the dr. wants me to take singulair (montelukast) before bedtime?

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Prevention: Singulair (montelukast) is used as a maintenance medication to prevent flares of asthma. If you are not sure of a prescription that a doctor writes for you, you should ask the doctor to explain it to you at the appointment. That way you both are on the same page, and can avoid errors.

Question 7

how long does it usually take for singulair (montelukast) to begin working?

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Within one week: If you don't feel improvement within 2 weeks then it won't help you.

Question 8

how much time does it take for oral singulair (montelukast) to start working?

Accepted Answer

One week : 2-3 max or it won't help.

Question 9

my niece took 60 of the singulair monalukast 10 mg oral tablets (pills). in case this is needed: she is 54, 132 pounds, 15 years. is this lethal if untreated? im worried. how long will it take before she dies?

Accepted Answer

: Please proceed to the Emergency room and call poison control. This is 60 times the recommended daily dose. Hallucinations, agitation , fever are among possible adverse effects. Watch for these signs and please follow up.

Question 10

can i take 10mg singulair (montelukast) 2hrs after drinking 5 beers?

Accepted Answer

Yes: i see no interaction between this non-sedating antihistamine and alcohol.  There is also no interaction with your other medications.  However, with your anxiety and HTN you may want to cut down on the beer conumption.

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Is there a leukotriene other than singulair that will not interact badly with maoi (parnate)? i need leukotriene for my asthma. i take maoi (parnate) for chronic depression. recently became unemployed - no more health insurance. ca no longer afford singul

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Prescribed singulair for 6 month treatment by ent for allergic rhinitis. i have read about a lot of scary side effects and honestly am afraid to take it. is it safe to take this long? also taking a 21 day regimen of bilastine and 90 days of nasonex?

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Best time to take singulair (montelukast) oral 10mg?

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How long does it take for singulair (montelukast) to be effective?

A member asked:

Can i take singulair (montelukast) and alkazellter night time together?

A member asked:

Why does the dr. wants me to take singulair (montelukast) before bedtime?

A member asked:

How long does it usually take for singulair (montelukast) to begin working?

A member asked:

How much time does it take for oral singulair (montelukast) to start working?

A member asked:

My niece took 60 of the singulair monalukast 10 mg oral tablets (pills). in case this is needed: she is 54, 132 pounds, 15 years. is this lethal if untreated? im worried. how long will it take before she dies?

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Can i take 10mg singulair (montelukast) 2hrs after drinking 5 beers?

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