For diseases accompanied by bronchospasm, doctors prescribe tablets "Singular." Reviews of patients indicate that this tool prevents asthma attacks. The drug is intended for both adults and children. In the article we will consider in detail the indications and contraindications for the use of tablets, as well as the reviews of specialists and patients about this medicine.
Composition and action
The active component of the drug is montelukast. This substance blocks special receptors in the airways. As a result, the bronchi become less sensitive to the effects of leukotriene - a lipid that causes their spasm in asthma. Montelukast is not a corticosteroid and does not apply to hormonal drugs.
Patients note the effectiveness of the "Singular." The reviews reported that the bronchodilator effect of the drug is felt about 2 hours after administration. It is important to remember that this tool is not intended for the rapid relief of bronchospasm. It can not be used as an ambulance with already begun suffocation. In such cases, the use of faster-acting drugs is necessary. However, regular intake of "Singular" helps to significantly reduce the frequency of asthma attacks.
The medicine is released in the form of chewable tablets. The drug for adults contains 10 mg of active substance.
Pink tablets containing 4 or 5 mg of montelukast are also produced. This is the "Singular" for children. In the reviews, it is reported that the medicine for young patients has a pleasant cherry taste, due to the presence of a fragrance in its composition. Children's form of the medicine contains a harmless sweetener - aspartame.
Indications and contraindications
The drug is prescribed for the following diseases:
- Bronchial asthma. The drug is taken between attacks to prevent choking. It is effective in asthma triggered by the administration of Aspirin.
- Allergic rhinitis. Taking medication helps ease nasal breathing.
Tablets are also prescribed for preventive purposes for asthmatics who are engaged in hard physical work. Such use of the drug is provided for by the "Singular" instructions. Patient reviews suggest that taking pills helps prevent an asthma attack after exercise.
There are very few contraindications to the use of the drug. It should not be taken only by people with hypersensitivity to the active component of the drug. Tablets are not prescribed for children under 2 years of age.
As already mentioned, this tool is not suitable for the relief of acute asthma attacks. The effect of the drug does not occur immediately, but only after a few hours. With frequently repeated attacks of suffocation, it is necessary to consult a doctor about the advisability of taking this medication.
Unwanted effects
Most often, patients tolerate the drug well. In rare cases, patients experience the following undesirable symptoms:
- allergic skin reactions (urticaria, itching) in people with hypersensitivity;
- bleeding
- dyspeptic symptoms (nausea, diarrhea);
- depressive states;
- muscle and bone pain;
- sleep disorders, unpleasant dreams.
In most cases, these phenomena do not require the abolition of tablets and pass on their own. In reviews of the "Singular" for children and the instructions for the drug, it is reported that bleeding and dyspepsia are most often observed in young patients aged 2-5 years. Therefore, if a child has a disease of the digestive tract or low blood coagulation, then the medicine is taken only under close medical supervision.
Mode of application
"Singular" take 1 tablet daily. The dosage of the drug depends on the age of the patient:
- children 2-5 years: 4 mg;
- children 6-14 years: 5 mg;
- adolescents from 15 years old and adults: 10 mg.
If the drug is prescribed for the prevention of asthma attacks during physical exertion, then after 2-4 weeks of therapy, a special study is performed to assess the patient's condition.
"Singular" is well combined with other medicines, and it can be used in complex therapy.
Doctors reviews
Reviews about the "Singular" by doctors are mostly positive. Specialists use this tool for the supportive treatment of asthma and rhinitis of allergic origin. Most patients had prolonged remission after treatment.
Experts believe that in mild cases of asthma, the "Singular" can replace inhaled hormonal drugs. The effectiveness of this tool in the treatment of sinusitis of an allergic etiology is noted.
Doctors also use the drug to treat skin manifestations of allergies, for example, with urticaria. Such use of tablets is not provided for by the instructions for use of the "Singular". Reviews of experts indicate that this tool is able to enhance the effect of antiallergic drugs. "Singular" is not used as monotherapy for urticaria. However, in combination with antihistamines, it allows you to quickly eliminate the rash and itching.
Patient Reviews
You can find many positive reviews about the "Singular" from patients. After using the drug, asthma attacks, coughing became less common, and breathing improved significantly. However, patients report that they felt the effect of therapy only after 10-14 days. This medicine can lead to persistent remission only with regular and systematic administration.
In reviews of the "Singular" for children, it is noted that this drug is effective not only for asthma, but also for obstructive bronchitis, as well as for airway spasm against the background of frequent colds. Significant improvement in respiration and persistent remission were noted. In many cases, this allowed to abandon inhaled corticosteroid drugs.
Occasionally, there are reports of side effects of the drug. Most often, undesirable symptoms are observed in small patients. Against the background of therapy, some of the children experienced anxiety and intermittent bad sleep with nightmares. If a child develops neuropsychic manifestations, it is urgent to consult a doctor about replacing the medicine.