Telukem 10 mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 20 June 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Prophylaxis and chronic treatment of atopic asthma in adults and children 15 years and older.
Dosage (summary)
One tablet (10 mg) daily in the evening for adults and children 15 years and older.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1 day, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy and lactation not established; breastfeeding not recommended.
Key Drug Interactions
- Phenobarbital
- Gemfibrozil
- Itraconazole
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to montelukast
- Children under 15 years
Common side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Upper respiratory tract infections
Counselling Points
- Continue taking even when asymptomatic.
- Not for acute asthma attacks; have rescue medication available.
- Notify healthcare provider of neuropsychiatric events.
- Avoid aspirin if sensitive.
Serious warnings
- Not for acute asthma attacks
- Risk of neuropsychiatric events
- Eosinophilia risk
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