Montek AB Tablet

Short Description

Montek AB Tablet SR helps prevent and treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) by relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.

Dosage Form

Tablet SR

Introduction

Montek AB Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Acebrophylline and montelukast. It helps prevent and treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) by relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. It is also used to treat bronchitis. However, information regarding the use of Montek AB Tablet SR during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

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

Montek AB Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Acebrophylline and montelukast. Acebrophylline is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist that 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.

It should be taken at the same time each day preferably in the evening after food It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you Your doctor may need to take regular blood tests to monitor the level of drug in your body to make sure that you are taking the right dose Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver or heart disease or if you have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor even if you feel better