Lungair Tablet 4mg

About Lungair Tablet 4mg

Lungair Tablet 4mg Uses

• Prevention of asthma symptoms in children aged 2 years and above
• Long term control of chronic asthma alongside other prescribed therapy
• Relief of seasonal and year round allergic rhinitis symptoms in children
• Prevention of exercise induced bronchoconstriction in older children

Lungair Tablet 4mg Benefits

• Reduces the frequency of asthma flare ups when taken regularly
• Eases nasal congestion, sneezing and itching linked to allergies
• Once daily dosing makes it easier for parents to maintain a routine
• Chewable tablet form suits children who cannot swallow capsules

What Experts Say

Montelukast sodium, the active ingredient in Lungair Tablet 4mg, is a leukotriene receptor antagonist. Leukotrienes are chemicals the immune system releases during allergic or asthmatic reactions, causing airway muscles to tighten and the lining to swell. Blocking their receptors reduces inflammation and keeps airways more open.

In children, the 4mg chewable strength is commonly used for mild to moderate persistent asthma and for allergic rhinitis, since both conditions share the same leukotriene pathway. It works as a preventer taken in the evening, not as a rescue medicine, so it will not stop a sudden asthma attack already in progress.

Pediatric guidelines generally consider it a well tolerated add on option for children with overlapping asthma and allergy symptoms. Response varies between children, and some may still need an inhaled steroid alongside it for full symptom control, so regular follow up with a doctor matters.

Drug Class

• Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist

Lungair Tablet 4mg formula

• Montelukast Sodium

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Lungair Tablet 4mg?

• Give one Lungair Tablet 4mg by mouth once daily in the evening
• Let the child chew the tablet fully or dissolve it as advised by the doctor
• Take at the same time each day, with or without food
• Do not double the dose if an evening dose is missed, resume the next day
• Continue taking it during symptom free periods for ongoing asthma control

Drug Interactions

• Phenobarbital: This seizure medicine can lower montelukast levels in the blood, so the doctor may need to adjust dosing when both are used
• Rifampin: This antibiotic speeds up the breakdown of montelukast, which may reduce how well it works
• Gemfibrozil: This cholesterol medicine can raise montelukast levels, so it is not commonly combined without medical advice

Risks and warnings

• Mood And Behavior Changes: Some children may develop agitation, aggression, nightmares or low mood while taking montelukast, and any new behavior change should be reported to the doctor promptly
• Not For Acute Attacks: This tablet does not relieve a sudden asthma attack and a fast acting rescue inhaler should always be kept on hand
• Liver Conditions: Children with existing liver problems should use it only under close medical supervision since the drug is processed by the liver
• Allergic Reaction: Stop the medicine and seek care if the child develops rash, facial swelling or difficulty breathing after a dose

Lungair Tablet 4mg Side Effects

• Headache
• Stomach pain or upset stomach
• Fever
• Cough or common cold symptoms
• Fatigue or unusual tiredness
• Mood changes, irritability or trouble sleeping
• Rash or skin itching in rare cases

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature, below 30 degrees Celsius
• Keep in the original blister pack away from moisture and direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children despite the chewable form
• Do not use beyond the expiry date printed on the pack