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Available by prescription only.
Medication information
Prescription
Montelukast
Daily tablet for asthma, exercise-induced asthma, and allergies
Montelukast (Singulair) is taken once daily, usually in the evening, for asthma, exercise-induced bronchospasm, and allergies. It is not a fast-acting reliever.
How the pharmacy helps
We dispense tablets, chewables, and granules. The pharmacist will discuss the Health Canada warning about mood and behaviour changes — uncommon but important to know about.
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Available by prescription only.
Forms and strengths
Medication entries grouped here
Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.
| Brand / Generic | Strength | Form | DIN | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Singulair Montelukast | 10mg | Tablet | Active |
Asthma symptoms often peak overnight, and Montelukast was studied with evening dosing.
Some patients have reported mood, sleep, or behaviour changes on Montelukast. Mention any new symptoms to the prescriber.
Yes. It is often used with inhaled steroids and reliever inhalers.
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Combination inhaled steroid + long-acting bronchodilator
Fluticasone/Salmeterol (Advair)
Combination inhaled steroid + long-acting bronchodilator
Fluticasone/Umeclidinium/Vilanterol (Trelegy)
Triple combination inhaler for COPD and asthma
Have questions about this medication?
Call the pharmacy or bring the medication to the counter. We can help compare labels, dosing schedules, storage needs, and questions to ask your prescriber.
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