Montemac A Tablet

Montemac A Tablet helps prevent and treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). It helps relax the muscles of the air passages thereby making it easier to breathe. It is also use to treat bronchitis. Montemac A Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are vomiting, upset stomach, heartburn, stomach pain, rash, itching, breathing difficulty, nasal inflammation, and flu-like symptoms. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

• Treatment and prevention of Asthma
• Treatment and prevention of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Treatment of Bronchitis

Montemac A Tablet is a combination of two medicines:Acebrophylline and montelukast. Acebrophylline is a mucolytic. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways and nose to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.

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. Montemac A Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

• Vomiting
• Heartburn
• Stomach pain
• Rash
• Itching
• Hives
• Drowsiness
• Breathing problems
• Increased white blood cell count
• Nasal inflammation
• Flu-like symptoms
• Sinus infection
• Ear infection

AlcoholCAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Montemac A Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Montemac A Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Montemac A Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

DrivingUNSAFE

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

KidneyCAUTION

Montemac A Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Montemac A Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

LiverCAUTION

Montemac A Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Montemac A Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Montemac A 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.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Respiratory