Montelukast + Doxofylline: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Montelukast + Doxofylline Benefits & Uses

Montelukast + Doxofylline is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Montelukast + Doxofylline Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Doxofylline (400 mg), Montelukast (10 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor advice
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Doxofylline (400 mg), Montelukast (10 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor advice
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Doxofylline (400 mg), Montelukast (10 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor advice

Montelukast + Doxofylline Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Montelukast + Doxofylline is used -

Severe

Headache
Chest tightness
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Joint pain
Suicidal behavior

Moderate

Depression
Disorientation

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Skin Rash
Diarrhoea
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Common

Upset stomach
Restlessness

Montelukast + Doxofylline Related Warnings

Is the use of Montelukast + Doxofylline safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Montelukast + Doxofylline.
Is the use of Montelukast + Doxofylline safe during breastfeeding?

Montelukast + Doxofylline has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Montelukast + Doxofylline on the Kidneys?

Montelukast + Doxofylline rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Montelukast + Doxofylline on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Montelukast + Doxofylline on the liver.
What is the effect of Montelukast + Doxofylline on the Heart?

Montelukast + Doxofylline may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Montelukast + Doxofylline with Other Drugs

Montelukast + Doxofylline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Pirfenidone

Phenytoin

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Phenobarbital

Rifampicin

Mild

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Montelukast + Doxofylline Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Montelukast + Doxofylline unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Allergy
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Heart Disease
Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Montelukast + Doxofylline

Is this Montelukast + Doxofylline habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Montelukast + Doxofylline has not been reported.

Montelukast + Doxofylline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Montelukast + Doxofylline

Taking Montelukast + Doxofylline with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Montelukast + Doxofylline

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Montelukast + Doxofylline with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Montelukast + Doxofylline

Question over 5 years ago

Is Montelukast + Doxofylline safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Montelukast + Doxofylline is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as fever, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Montelukast + Doxofylline raise blood pressure?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

No, Montelukast + Doxofylline does not raise blood pressure (hypertension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Montelukast + Doxofylline for running nose?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Montelukast + Doxofylline can be taken for running nose. It works by blocking a compound (leukotriene) which is responsible for it.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Montelukast + Doxofylline without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Montelukast + Doxofylline is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.