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Glemont 10 MG Tablet

Manufactured byGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsMontelukast
Description
Glemont 10 MG Tablet is used to prevent and control the symptoms of asthma (narrowing of the airways). It is also used to prevent breathing difficulty during exercise. It also provides relief from the symptoms of allergy such as watery eyes, sneezing, difficulty in breathing, chest tightness, etc. It works by preventing the narrowing of the windpipe and provides relief from allergic symptoms. Glemont 10 MG Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain, fever and diarrhoea. These effects are mild and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if they bother for a long time. Avoid driving and/or operating machines if you feel dizzy or sleepy. Glemont 10 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food, as directed by your doctor. Take this medicine 2 hours before exercise to prevent breathing problems caused during exercise. Take this medicine at the same time every day for better results. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Avoid the discontinuation of this medication unless suggested by your doctor. Avoid the use of this medicine for sudden asthma attacks. Consult your doctor to understand what medicine should be taken in case of a sudden attack. Glemont 10 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any mental illness or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Glemont 10 MG Tablet

  • Headache
  • Stomach pain
  • Body aches or Pain
  • Pus in urine
  • Agitation and anxiety
  • Skin rash
  • Heart burn
  • Blurred vision
  • Infection of the airways
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Fever

Uses of Glemont 10 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Asthma
  • Allergic rhinitis
  • Exercise-induced bronchospasm
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken for Glemont 10 MG Tablet to show its effect is not known. However, it may take a week to show its full effect.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Glemont 10 MG Tablet lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking Glemont 10 MG Tablet as it may make you dizzy. Avoid driving or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy. Use of alcohol may also increase the risk of liver damage.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency was reported for Glemont 10 MG Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Animal studies indicate that Glemont 10 MG Tablet does not harm your foetus. However, due to lack of human data, this medicine should be used in pregnancy if clearly needed. Consult your doctor and discuss the possible risks and benefits before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Glemont 10 MG Tablet may be used while breastfeeding if necessary. The risk of side effects in your baby is fairly low but caution should be exercised. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Glemont 10 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Animal studies indicate that Glemont 10 MG Tablet does not harm your foetus. However, due to lack of human data, this medicine should be used in pregnancy if clearly needed. Consult your doctor and discuss the possible risks and benefits before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Glemont 10 MG Tablet may be used while breastfeeding if necessary. The risk of side effects in your baby is fairly low but caution should be exercised. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Other Medicines

Glemont 10 MG Tablet may interact with some medicines and cause undesired effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Driving or operating machines

If you feel dizzy or drowsy while taking Glemont 10 MG Tablet, avoid driving or operating heavy machines.

Acute asthma

Acute asthma is a sudden onset of difficulty in breathing due to narrowing of the windpipe. Glemont 10 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in such cases.

Behaviour and mood changes

Use Glemont 10 MG Tablet with caution as it may cause changes in your behaviour and mood. Inform your doctor if if you have a pre-existing mental illness. Symptoms such as agitation, irritability, anxiety, unusual dreams, suicidal thoughts, etc. should be reported to your doctor immediately. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

Churg-Strauss syndrome

Churg-Strauss syndrome is a condition in which the walls of the blood vessels swell. Glemont 10 MG Tablet causes an increase in the disease-fighting white blood cells in your blood, leading to this condition. Inform your doctor if you experience fever, joint pain, numbness and weakness in any part of your body.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Glemont 10 MG Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Do not take excess dose than prescribed by your doctor. Reach the nearest emergency medical department in case of an overdose with Glemont 10 MG Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking Glemont 10 MG Tablet as it may make you dizzy. Avoid driving or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy. Use of alcohol may also increase the risk of liver damage.
Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Fluconazole

Phenytoin

Phenobarbital

Disease interactions

Severe liver disease

Use Glemont 10 MG Tablet with caution if you have liver problems as this medicine may further increase the risk of liver damage. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Glemont 10 MG Tablet exactly as instructed by your doctor. Do not crush or chew the tablet in your mouth. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Take this medicine for the prescribed duration. Your doctor may prescribe the dose and duration of treatment based on your condition. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsens. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any changes in mood or behaviour.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Glemont 10 MG Tablet acts by blocking the response of a chemical substance and reduces swelling in the airways. Thus, it eases breathing and also relieves the symptoms of allergy.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Leukotriene receptor antagonist, Respiratory agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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