Mk 10mg Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 10 Nov 2024 | 01:11 AM (IST)

Mk 10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose. It reduces inflammation in the airways and makes breathing easier.

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General Information

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Montelukast (10mg)

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Solitaire Pharmacia Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Mk 10mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It is advised to have it 2 hours before exercise if you have exercise-induced asthma. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It does not cure sudden breathing problems, so always carry a medicated inhaler with you.

It is generally safe medicine with few common side effects include nausea, vomiting, headache, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, you should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had severe liver problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must inform your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Mk Tablet

Prevention of Asthma

Benefits of Mk Tablet

Prevention of Asthma
Mk 10mg Tablet works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in your lungs. It is known as a “preventer” and is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness and coughing. This means you can carry out your daily activities more easily and more confidently. It may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. This medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started.

Side effects of Mk Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mk

Headache
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Fever
Upper respiratory tract infection
Cough
Sore throat
Runny nose
Sinus inflammation
Ear inflammation

How to use Mk Tablet

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. Mk 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Mk Tablet works

Mk 10mg Tablet works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Mk 10mg Tablet for asthma prevention and for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.
It is a relatively safe medicine with very few side effects.
Take Mk 10mg Tablet 2 hours before exercising if you have exercise-induced asthma.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

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

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mk 10mg 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

Mk 10mg 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

Mk 10mg 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

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

Liver

CAUTION

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

Frequently asked questions

Why do you have to take Mk 10mg Tablet at night?

Usually, it is recommended to take Mk 10mg 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 Mk 10mg Tablet is taken in the evening or morning. Hence, take the medicine as directed by your doctor.

Is Mk 10mg Tablet a steroid?

No, Mk 10mg 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.

Does Mk 10mg Tablet make you drowsy?

An uncommon side effect of Mk 10mg 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.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Mk 10mg Tablet?

Consumption of alcohol should be restricted while taking Mk 10mg Tablet as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness as a side effect. Also, liver disorders caused as side effect of Mk 10mg Tablet may occur more commonly with use of alcohol.

Can Mk 10mg Tablet cause mood changes?

Yes, although uncommonly but Mk 10mg 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.

Can Mk 10mg Tablet cause weird dreams?

Yes, in rare cases Mk 10mg Tablet may cause night mares, sleeplessness, and sleep walking. You should contact your doctor if these symptoms persist.

How should Mk 10mg Tablet be taken?

Mk 10mg 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.

How should Mk 10mg 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

1,3-Diarylpropanoid Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Leukotriene antagonists

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Complete Blood Count

References

Boushey HA. Drugs Used in Asthma. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 349-50.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 937-38.
Montelukast sodium. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2012 [revised 04 Jan. 2018]. [Accessed 25 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
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CiplaMed. Montelukast sodium [Prescribing Information]. [Last Reviewed: Nov. 2019] [Accessed 02 Aug. 2023]. (online) Available from:

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Mk Tablet

Benefits of Mk Tablet

Side effects of Mk Tablet

How to use Mk Tablet

How Mk Tablet works

All substitutes for Mk 10mg Tablet

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Why do you have to take Mk 10mg Tablet at night?

Is Mk 10mg Tablet a steroid?

Does Mk 10mg Tablet make you drowsy?

Can I drink alcohol while taking Mk 10mg Tablet?

Can Mk 10mg Tablet cause mood changes?

Can Mk 10mg Tablet cause weird dreams?

How should Mk 10mg Tablet be taken?

How should Mk 10mg Tablet be given to children?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Complete Blood Count

References

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Mk tablet 50 what are the side effects

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