Dune Tablet 10mg

About Dune Tablet 10mg

Dune Tablet 10mg Uses

• Long term control of asthma
• Prevention of exercise induced bronchoconstriction
• Allergic rhinitis with sneezing and nasal congestion
• Add on therapy when inhaled treatment alone is not enough

Dune Tablet 10mg Benefits

• Reduced frequency of asthma attacks with regular use
• Improved breathing during physical activity
• Relief from allergy related nasal symptoms
• Convenient once daily oral dosing

What Experts Say

Montelukast blocks leukotriene receptors in the airways. Leukotrienes are chemicals released during allergic and inflammatory reactions that cause the airway muscles to tighten and produce excess mucus. Blocking their action keeps the airways more open and reduces the swelling that narrows breathing passages.

Doctors add montelukast to asthma treatment plans when inhaled steroids alone do not fully control symptoms, or when a patient also has allergic rhinitis. It is taken once daily and works well as a long term preventer rather than a rescue medicine during an attack, so it needs to be paired with a fast acting inhaler for sudden symptoms.

Air pollution and dust levels are high in many Pakistani cities, which makes allergic asthma and rhinitis common, especially in children. Montelukast tablets are widely prescribed here because they are easy to take once daily and suit patients who struggle with inhaler technique or find masks and spacers inconvenient.

Drug Class

• Leukotriene receptor antagonist

Dune Tablet 10mg formula

• Montelukast Sodium

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Dune Tablet 10mg?

• Take the tablet once daily in the evening, with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet whole without crushing it.
• Continue regular use even during symptom free periods for asthma control.
• Do not use this tablet to treat a sudden asthma attack.

Drug Interactions

• Phenobarbital: This medicine can lower montelukast levels and reduce its effectiveness.
• Rifampicin: Combined use can speed up montelukast breakdown in the liver.
• Gemfibrozil: This drug can raise montelukast blood levels and increase side effect risk.

Risks and warnings

• Mood Changes: Mood or behavior changes, including anxiety or low mood, have been reported and need prompt reporting to a doctor.
• Not For Acute Attacks: This tablet does not relieve a sudden asthma attack and a rescue inhaler is still needed.
• Liver Function: Caution is advised in patients with liver impairment.
• Aspirin Sensitivity: Patients with aspirin sensitive asthma should discuss use with their doctor.
• Children: Dosing must match the age appropriate strength, and adult tablets are not suitable for young children.

Dune Tablet 10mg Side Effects

• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Cough
• Dizziness
• Mood changes
• Sleep disturbance
• Skin rash
• Rare severe allergic reaction

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C away from moisture and light.
• Keep the tablets in their original blister pack until use.
• Keep out of reach of children.