Leukotriene Modifiers - Allergic Rhinitis
Last updated January 2024
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Leukotriene Modifiers: These medications are used for relief of allergic rhinitis symptoms.
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Generic Name
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Brand Name
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Class
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Use
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Dosage
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Montelukast
Boxed Warning*
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Singulair
4 mg Chewable
4 mg Oral Granules
5 mg Chewable
10 mg Tablet
Singulair Website
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Leukotriene Antagonist
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Seasonal allergic rhinitis
(age 2 and older)
Perennial allergic rhinitis
(age 6 months and older)
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Age 6 to 23 months: Use granules, 4mg daily.
Age 2 to 5: One oral granule packet or 4 mg chewable tablet once a day.
Age 6 to 14: One 5 mg tablet once daily.
Age 15 and above: One 10 mg tablet once daily.
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*Boxed Warning – this label indicates that the product, per the FDA, may have serious safety risks. Please speak with your health care provider or pharmacist to learn more about the potential side effects.
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