Solo Tablet 10mg

About Solo Tablet 10mg

Solo Uses

• Long term prevention of asthma symptoms in adults and children
• Exercise induced narrowing of the airways
• Seasonal allergic rhinitis with sneezing and watery eyes
• Year round allergic rhinitis triggered by dust or pet dander
• Add on therapy when inhaled steroids alone do not fully control asthma

Solo Benefits

• Fewer asthma attacks with regular daily use
• Relief from nasal congestion and itching caused by allergies
• Convenient once daily tablet that avoids inhaler technique issues
• A useful addition alongside inhalers for better long term asthma control

What Experts Say

Montelukast blocks leukotrienes, chemical messengers the body releases during an allergic or asthmatic reaction. By stopping these signals from binding to their receptors in the airway lining, the tablet reduces swelling, mucus, and the tightening of muscles around the airways.

Doctors prescribe it mainly as a preventer, not a rescue medicine, since it will not stop an asthma attack that has already started. It is often added to an inhaled steroid when asthma control is incomplete, or used alone for milder allergic rhinitis, usually taken once daily in the evening.

Many households reach for antihistamine tablets first during pollen season and only try this option once symptoms persist, which can delay proper asthma control. Dusty air and frequent exposure to smoke in crowded urban areas make consistent daily use, rather than occasional dosing, especially important for people prone to wheeze.

Drug Class

• Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist

Solo Tablet 10mg formula

• Montelukast

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Solo Tablet 10mg?

• Take one tablet by mouth once daily, usually in the evening.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it regularly even when feeling well to maintain asthma control.
• Continue using prescribed inhalers unless the doctor advises otherwise.
• Take at the same time each day for consistent results.

Drug Interactions

• Phenobarbital and rifampin: These medicines can speed up the breakdown of montelukast and reduce its effectiveness.
• Other asthma medicines: Montelukast can be safely combined with inhaled steroids and bronchodilators as part of a combined asthma plan.
• Warfarin: No significant interaction is expected, but any new bruising or bleeding should still be reported to a doctor.

Risks and warnings

• Mood and behavior changes: Montelukast has been linked to agitation, sleep disturbance, and rarely suicidal thoughts, so new mood changes need prompt medical attention.
• Not for acute attacks: This tablet does not relieve a sudden asthma attack and should never replace a fast acting reliever inhaler.
• Liver function: Rare cases of liver enzyme elevation have been reported during treatment.
• Allergic reactions: Rash, swelling, or breathing difficulty after taking the tablet requires immediate medical care.

Solo Side Effects

• Headache
• Stomach pain
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Cough
• Sleep disturbance or vivid dreams
• Skin rash
• Irritability or mood changes

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius in a cool, dry place.
• Keep the tablet in its original blister pack until use.
• Protect from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children.