About Tair Tablet 10mg
Tair Tablet 10mg contains montelukast, a once-daily tablet that helps control asthma and allergy symptoms.
What is Tair Tablet 10mg used for
- Long-term control and prevention of asthma symptoms
- Relief of seasonal and year-round allergic rhinitis symptoms
- Prevention of exercise-induced breathing difficulty
How does Tair Tablet 10mg work
Tair contains montelukast sodium, which blocks leukotrienes, chemicals in the body that trigger airway swelling and tightening.
By blocking these chemicals, it helps keep airways open and reduces allergy-related inflammation in the nose and lungs.
Who should not use Tair Tablet 10mg
- People with a known allergy to montelukast or any ingredient in the tablet
- Patients with a history of serious mood changes or suicidal thoughts, unless closely supervised by a doctor
- Anyone using it as a rescue treatment for a sudden asthma attack
How is asthma and allergy care managed for patients in Pakistan
Asthma and allergic rhinitis are common across Pakistani cities including Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi, largely due to air pollution and seasonal pollen.
Doctors typically pair montelukast with inhalers or antihistamines and review response after four to six weeks of regular use.
- دمہ کی علامات کو روکنے اور قابو میں رکھنے کے لیے
- موسمی اور سال بھر رہنے والی الرجی ناک کی سوزش میں آرام کے لیے
- ورزش کے دوران سانس پھولنے کی شکایت کو روکنے کے لیے
- الرجی کی وجہ سے ہونے والی سوزش کم کرنے کے لیے
How to use Tair Tablet 10mg?
- Usually taken once daily in the evening, with or without food.
- Should be swallowed whole with a glass of water.
- Works best when taken at the same time every day.
- Not meant to replace a rescue inhaler during a sudden asthma attack.
- Dose for children may differ and should be confirmed with a pediatrician.
Drug Interactions
- Phenobarbital: Can lower montelukast levels in the blood, reducing its effectiveness.
- Rifampin: May speed up how the body breaks down montelukast, so a dose review may be needed.
- Gemfibrozil: Can raise montelukast levels, increasing the chance of side effects.
Risks and warnings
- Mental health warning: Montelukast carries a boxed warning for mood changes, agitation, sleep problems, and in rare cases suicidal thoughts, especially in children and teenagers.
- Not for acute asthma attacks: This tablet is a preventive treatment and does not relieve a sudden asthma attack or breathing emergency.
- Prescription needed: Should only be used after a doctor's evaluation, since asthma control plans in Pakistan vary by patient history.
- Missed dose caution: Skipping doses regularly can reduce long-term asthma and allergy control.
- Common: Headache
- Common: Stomach pain or mild nausea
- Common: Tiredness or drowsiness
- Serious: Mood changes, anxiety, agitation, or unusual behavior
- Serious: Signs of severe allergic reaction such as swelling or difficulty breathing
- Serious: Yellowing of the skin or eyes suggesting liver problems
Storage Conditions
- Store the tablets at room temperature, away from direct heat and moisture.
- Keep the strip in its original packaging until the dose is due.
- Protect from direct sunlight, especially during hot Pakistani summers.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
- Discard any tablets that are discolored or past the expiry date printed on the pack.
