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Is singulair (montelukast) a corticosteroid and could it and/or inhalers cause easy bruising?

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Dr. Robert Grindstaff answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Singulair (montelukast): Singulair (montelukast) is not a corticosteroid and should not cause easy brusing unless you have thrombocytopenia (decreased platlets) Other inhalers are corticosteroids depending on the type and may result in easy brusing

Answered 8/31/2014

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Dr. Erin Robertson answered

Specializes in General Practice

Pros outweigh cons: Singulair, aka montelukast, isn't a steroid, but a leukotriene inhibitor. It's anti-inflammatory like a steroid, but targets a much more specific site in the inflammation cascade. One of my favorite medications to use. Has an excellent side-effect profile and is well-tolerated. Caveat: there is a small risk in the fine print of increased bleeding, but I've never seen it. INH unlikely to pose risk.

Answered 11/24/2014

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