MVCC Drug Card Generic Name Montelukast sodium Dose 10mg Onset Unknown Trade Name Singular Route

Po Peak 3-4 hr Time/frequency HS Duration 24 hr Pronunciation Mon-tell-OO-kast Normal dosage range 4-10mg For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or solutions Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Do not substitute for inhaled or oral corticosteroids May cause behavior changes Classification Respiratory

Why is your patient getting this medication Bronchospasm

Mechanism of action and indications Reduces bronchoconstriction Common side effects Headache Fever Dizziness Cough Abdominal pain

Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal medicines Rifampin- may decrease bioavailability of drug

Lab value alterations caused by medicine May increase ALT and AST Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication Take daily as prescribed Do not stop without prescribers orders Seek medical attention if bronchodilators are needed more often than usual during the day

Nursing Process- Assessment Assess Bronchi Lung sounds

Assessment Bronchoconstriction worsens

Evaluation Assess lung sounds

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