SINGULAIR Reviews (MONTELUKAST SODIUM)

Average Rating: 2.1 (1370 Ratings)

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SINGULAIR  (MONTELUKAST SODIUM):  Montelukast is used regularly to prevent the wheezing and shortness of breath caused by asthma and decrease the number of asthma attacks. Montelukast is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your rescue inhaler. This medication is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). This medication does not work right away and should not be used to treat sudden asthma attacks or other breathing problems. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways.   FDA Approval Date: 1998-02-20 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

  

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 3  Wheat allergy Good for wheat allergy 2008-2013. Went off inhaled steroids and albuterol. Had gradual but increasing anxiety, memory loss, cognitive loss crippling back pain, and muscle weakness. Self-discontinued 2 years ago. All side effects slowly improving. Must avoid wheat and most "gluten-free" baked goods to avoid asthma. F 55 5 years
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11/5/2015
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 2  To prevent nasal polyp regrowth Was prescribed Singulair following sinus surgery as a precaution to prevent polyp regrowth (this is the third surgery). Began taking on 2/02/07 and have become profoundly tired, wake up, eat breakfast and want to go back to bed. No motivation for anything, have never been "depressed" but the symptoms are as such. Go to bed at 6 pm and sleep till 7 am and still am exhausted. Have no appetite and frequently think about death. Will continue the two month program set by my surgeon but will never use this drug again. M 55 15 days
2/17/2007
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 2  mild asthma extreme anxiety, sadness, wake up in middle of night, crying without reason, belligerent, aggressive, mood swings This medicine worked well for me in the past. I would take it only in the Fall, when my asthma usually bothers me. I liked Singulair because it nearly eliminated my need for an inhaler. However, this year I began feeling side effects after about one week. They were severe enough for me to seek an appointment with a mental health professional. My wife thought I should research the drugs and herbs I am taking, then I found this website. No more Singulair for me! M 55 3 years
11/7/2006
 2  allergies none that I noticed for sure. Mouth sore problem resurfaced, but not sure if its related to Singulair. I mention it just in case. Possible weight gain. Worked in the garden non-stop all weeekend. Usually I drop 5 lbs when I do that, but didn't past weekend. gained 1 lb. Pollen isn't too bad this time of year, but I guess I'm allergic to mold spores. The past 2 days have been rainy and drizzly and humid. I have been sneezing non-stop. I'm going back to Allegra. F 55 10 days
8/29/2006
 1  allergies, ear infs, congestion Drug was very effective with no side effects until about 3rd - 4th month when I realized I had become depressed, anxious, irritable, easily agitated, and easily angered with no to little motivation which was very atypical for me. Could not find a reason for it. Kept forgetting to pick up my refill so I rationed the remaining pills, taking one every couple days for a week and then went without for approx 5 days. By the 5th day having no singulair, I suddenly realized that I was back to normal with no depression, anxiety, etc. Will never take this drug again and hate to think what condition I could have been in had I continued on it any longer. So glad I found this out purely by accident. Am amazed at the very negative side effects and never suspected Singulair as the cause. F 55 5 months
10 mg 1X day
4/23/2010
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 1  Skin Rash Severe Rash all over my body, in addition to burning skin sensation, and extreme itching. I was in a very bad mood as well. It made my allergies and rash 100% worse within the first 24 hours. Will not recommend. M 55 1 days
10 MG 1X day
5/28/2016
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 5  Asthma No side effects F 54 1 years
10mg day
8/5/2012
 5  Allergic Rhinitis Dry Mouth I don't have any problems taking this drug! It keeps my breathing open and clear! If I miss a dose or two I notice my breathing changes to having mucus and shorter breathes. I like going to the beach and this medication keeps my breathing clear and at full capacity! F 54 2 years
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12/30/2019
 5  Sinuses completely plugged I have had increased ringing in my ears. Upon reading these reviews I realize that my sleep patterns could be altered by this med. I'm 54 years old (male) but until 1 1/2 years ago I could count on one hand how many days per year that I could breathe thru my nose. Now its completely open and I can actually smell things. I take mine in the morning & I think that my sleep symptoms are rather minimal because of that. It says on the bottle to take at nite but my mom always said not to take any maintenance med when you go to sleep. So I didnt. I feel that it is a wonderdrug and really like it. My ins covers it but for copay so it is a doable thing for me. I have NEVER taken any type of maintenance med!! I see on the receipt though that it would cost me about $4 per dose if I pay out of pocket. Dont know if its worth that! Perhaps if I go off it and the concrete sets in again I will think differently. Pretty Pricey!!! M 54 18 months
2/6/2008
 5  Chonic asthma Terrible nightmares, leg cramps, muscle aches, flu like symtoms. Singulair is wonderful except for the side effects. I took it for three years and had to stop because of bad dreams. I started taking again and got leg cramps, muscle aches and flu like symptons. I stopped for a few weeks, symptons were gone. Started taking it again, symptons returned. Now that I read comments about Singulair I see other related symptons such as low back pain, concentration problems, forgetfulness. I have been off for two weeks now. I'll see if other symtons get better too. F 54 3 years
6/22/2008
 4  daily migraines I've experienced no side effects that I know of although after looking at this site, I believe the med caused a few nights of unexplained sleeplessness. I'd heard that Singulair can help with migraines so, at my urging, my neurologist prescribed this med for me. It definitely has helped although I'm far from perfect. I'm taking this med vs. other daily preventatives because of dryness the others can cause (I have an autoimmune disease that causes dryness). My heart goes out to the parents here whose children have had negative side effects--esp the parent whose child took his life. Very useful website! F 54 25 days
1/13/2008
 4  seasonal allergies to cedar/juniper I took Singulair last year for my allergic reaction to cedar and juniper pollen and it worked great for my sneezing/runny nose symptoms. When I first started taking it, I had some fun and unusual dreams for the first couple of weeks. Then those dreams turned into nightmares. I quit taking it when the cedar trees were done spreading pollen and the nightmares went away. It's a new year and I was having allergy symptoms again, so I started up with the Singulair a week ago. This time I went straight to the nightmares. I woke my husband up the other night yelling out in my sleep. Last night I had a series of sad and depressing dreams and this morning I feel terrible. I need to go off of this medication...it isn't worth it! F 54 7 days
10 mg 1X day
2/10/2011
 3  allergies and asthma None except I can't fall asleep when I take this stuff. Does an amazing job quelling allergic symptoms and asthma, especially for my cat allergy. But it does rev me up at night so I only take if dire need. F 54 3 years
5/31/2008
 2  asthma/allergies I was 'sort of' fine the first 2 weeks, but the 3rd week brought on symptoms from hell. Sleeping problems (nightmares and feeling like I had electicity running through my viens)Extreme drowsiness & sleepiness in the day, mental fogginess, bone and body aches so bad I could not lay on my mattress at night. And I was unable to stay awake in the day - felt like I was drugged. Add to that water retention and face puffiness. Scary stuff this drug! Sadly, if it werent for the horrid side effects it would be great. My sneezing and nose dripping stopped, and my asthma symptoms improved! However, thanks but no thanks! They need to do some work with this drug. And why is everyone telling me (doctor and pharmacists) that this drug is well tolerated - when I read everyones comments it doesnt appear so at all. M 54 17 days
7/12/2007
 2  Still taking Diarreha, moodswings, all of the serious side effects, have mood swings with out it because of hypoxia, from Asthma and sleep apnea.caused by liver failure which causes high stomach acid the sets and eats away at my bronchial tubes ,lungs ,and sinis cavity and esophagitis Esophegal Airway. Dying from this. M 54 1 years
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2/10/2016
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 1  Severe allergies Anxiety,anger,depression,insomnia,weight loss,palpitations,decreased energy. Having suffered from severe sinusitis due to allergies for 30 years, having used cortisone sprays, pseudo ephedrine with little effect I discovered Singular and researching that it blocked receptor that causes allergic reactions I thought I would give it a try. Yes it was great for allergies but the side effects were dangerous. I actually thought I was going to end up in a mental hospital. I do have a very busy schedule, but I was unable to cope with anything. M 54 30 days
10mg 1X day
12/14/2010
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 1  Asthma After a few days of taking this I became extremely depressed and lethargic. It did help my breathing but the side effects were not worth it. M 54 1 months
5 1X day
10/2/2010
 1  Sinusitis The drug was great at eliminating nasal congestion and reducing my cough but only one pill kept me wake. I took the pill the first day in the morning. At 4:00AM the next morning I was still looking at the clock. I also felt disconnected from myself. After only one pill I realize I can't tolerate this drug and will not ever take it again. F 54 1 days
10 MG 1X day
2/24/2013
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 5  asthma Bad breath. But it's the only long term med that helps my asthma and allows me to sleep horizontally. Steroids inhaled were worthless and a huge waste of money. F 53 3 years
10
9/5/2012
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 5  Asthma and Allergies None that I am aware of Helps, along with some other meds. I take to keep symptoms minimized. M 53 3 years
10 MG 1X day
12/7/2010

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