Telekast 10 Tablet [Montelukast (10mg)]

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Telekast 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Telekast 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Telekast 10 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

- Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Telekast 10 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

- Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Telekast 10 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Telekast 10 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Telekast 10 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Telekast 10 Tablet is recommended.

- Liver : CAUTION

Telekast 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Telekast 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Telekast 10 Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Telekast 10 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n \\n

strip of 10 tablets

Chemical Class :: 1,3-Diarylpropanoid Derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: RESPIRATORY
Action Class :: Leukotriene antagonists

Prevention of Asthma

Store below 30?C

Q. Why do you have to take Telekast 10 Tablet at night?::: Usually, it is recommended to take Telekast 10 Tablet in the evening when it is being used for asthma and allergic rhinitis (cough and cold due to allergy). However, the exact reason for this is not yet known. Some studies have shown that there is no difference in effectiveness whether Telekast 10 Tablet is taken in the evening or morning. Hence, take the medicine as directed by your doctor.| Q. Is Telekast 10 Tablet a steroid?::: No, Telekast 10 Tablet is not a steroid. It is a leukotriene blocker. Leukotrienes are natural substances released during an allergic reaction which causes constriction of muscles of airway. It can also cause allergy symptoms. This medicine blocks leukotrienes which helps in relieving symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis.| Q. Does Telekast 10 Tablet make you drowsy?::: An uncommon side effect of Telekast 10 Tablet is drowsiness. It can also cause dizziness. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medicine affects you. Consult your doctor if you experience these side effects.| Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Telekast 10 Tablet?::: Consumption of alcohol should be restricted while taking Telekast 10 Tablet as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness as a side effect. Also, liver disorders caused as side effect of Telekast 10 Tablet may occur more commonly with use of alcohol.| Q. Can Telekast 10 Tablet cause mood changes?::: Yes, although uncommonly but Telekast 10 Tablet may cause mood changes. The symptoms of mood change include anxiety, agitation, aggressive behaviour or hostility, irritability, and restlessness. One may also experience depression and suicidal tendency. Consult your doctor immediately in case you develop any of these symptoms.| Q. Can Telekast 10 Tablet cause weird dreams?::: Yes, in rare cases Telekast 10 Tablet may cause night mares, sleeplessness, and sleep walking. You should contact your doctor if these symptoms persist.| Q. How should Telekast 10 Tablet be taken?::: Telekast 10 Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. The medicine should be used preferably in the evening with or without food when being used for asthma. Whereas, for allergic rhinitis, it can be taken at any time of the day but at the same time each day. But, if you are taking it to avoid breathing difficulties during exercise, it should be taken 2 hours before exercise.| Q. How should Telekast 10 Tablet be given to children?::: It can be directly given in the mouth or dissolve in 1 teaspoonful of cold or room temperature baby formula or breast milk. It can also be used with 1 spoonful of mashed carrots, applesauce, rice, or ice-cream. Remember to give the mixture within 15 minutes of making it.