Beasy Tablet 4mg

About Beasy Tablet 4mg

Beasy Tablet 4mg Uses

• Long term control and prevention of asthma symptoms in adults and children above 12 months
• Prevention of exercise induced breathing difficulty in people above 6 years
• Relief of seasonal allergic rhinitis symptoms such as sneezing and nasal congestion
• Relief of perennial, year round allergic rhinitis symptoms

Beasy Tablet 4mg Benefits

• Reduces the frequency of asthma flare ups when taken daily
• Eases nasal itching, sneezing and watery eyes caused by allergies
• Works as an add on option for patients who still have symptoms on inhaled therapy
• Chewable format makes dosing easier for young children

What Experts Say

Montelukast belongs to a drug class called leukotriene receptor antagonists. Leukotrienes are chemicals released by the immune system during an allergic or asthmatic response, and they cause airway swelling, mucus production and narrowing of the bronchial tubes. Montelukast blocks the receptor these chemicals act on, which reduces inflammation in the airways and nasal passages.

Clinical guidelines position montelukast as an alternative or add on therapy for asthma, generally used alongside inhaled corticosteroids rather than as a replacement for them. It is taken once daily and reaches steady effect within a few days of regular use, rather than providing immediate relief during an acute attack.

Regulatory reviews have highlighted a link between montelukast and neuropsychiatric symptoms including mood changes, sleep disturbance and in rare cases suicidal thinking, especially in children and adolescents. Because of this, prescribers weigh the benefit of symptom control against the need for close monitoring, particularly in patients with a prior history of mental health concerns.

Drug Class

• Leukotriene receptor antagonist
• Anti asthmatic and anti allergic agent

Beasy Tablet 4mg formula

• Montelukast Sodium

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Beasy Tablet 4mg?

• The tablet is usually taken once daily in the evening, with or without food
• Chewable tablets should be chewed completely before swallowing, not swallowed whole
• A missed dose should be taken as soon as remembered unless the next dose is due soon
• Regular daily use is needed for asthma prevention, since it does not relieve a sudden attack
• The dose and duration should follow the prescribing doctor's advice based on age and condition

Drug Interactions

• Phenobarbital: Lowers montelukast levels in the blood and can reduce its effectiveness
• Rifampin: Speeds up the breakdown of montelukast, weakening its effect
• Gemfibrozil: Raises montelukast levels in the blood and can increase side effects

Risks and warnings

• Mental health changes: Montelukast has been linked to mood swings, agitation, sleep problems and rare suicidal thoughts, especially in children
• Not for acute attacks: This medicine will not stop a sudden asthma attack that is already in progress
• Liver conditions: People with liver disease need dose review since the drug is processed by the liver
• Phenylketonuria: Chewable tablets contain aspartame and are unsuitable for people with PKU
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Use only after discussing risks and benefits with a doctor

Beasy Tablet 4mg Side Effects

• Headache
• Stomach pain and indigestion
• Diarrhea
• Fatigue and mild dizziness
• Fever or flu like symptoms
• Cough, runny nose or sore throat
• Mood changes, agitation or sleep disturbance
• Rare allergic reaction with swelling of the face, lips or throat

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep the tablets in their original blister pack until the dose is due
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack