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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 11, 2024 | 2:34 PM IST
Delpomont Oral Suspension is used to treat seasonal allergies and asthma. It contains Montelukast, which reduces inflammation and swelling of airways in the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks. In some cases, it may cause common side effects, such as diarrhoea, headache, abdominal cramps, flu-like symptoms, nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

MONTELUKAST-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Delcure Life Sciences Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Delpomont Oral Suspension

Delpomont Oral Suspension contains an anti-allergic medication primarily used to treat seasonal allergies and asthma. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements, known as allergens, typically not harmful to your body. Asthma is a local inflammatory disease of the lungs & airways associated with exaggerated airway narrowing and may produce extra mucus due to specific triggers like viruses, allergens & exercise.

Delpomont Oral Suspension contains a leukotriene antagonist, Montelukast. It works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling of airways in the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks. Leukotrienes are also released in your body when you have an allergic reaction to something like dust or pollen. Delpomont Oral Suspension helps to reduce the level of leukotrienes and stops you from getting symptoms.

Take Delpomont Oral Suspension as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Delpomont Oral Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. It can be taken with or without food. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as diarrhoea, headache, abdominal cramps, flu-like symptoms, nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before starting Delpomont Oral Suspension , inform your doctor if you have severe liver problems. Concurrent use of Delpomont Oral Suspension with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided as they may reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking Delpomont Oral Suspension , as stopping suddenly may lead to an acute attack of Asthma. If you have any mental disorder, inform your doctor before starting Delpomont Oral Suspension as Delpomont Oral Suspension can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behaviour, irritability, and restlessness).  Sometimes, you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms.

Uses of Delpomont Oral Suspension

Treatment of Asthma, Seasonal allergies

Medicinal Benefits

Delpomont Oral Suspension is an anti-allergic medication that contains Montelukast. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist, which blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose and lungs, making it easy to breathe and help them to improve symptoms and treat a broad range of allergic conditions, thereby minimizing symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, coughing, watery eyes, etc. It is known as a preventer medication, which helps to prevent symptoms of asthma and allergies.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.Chewable tablet: Chew the tablet completely before swallowing. Do not swallow it as a whole.Granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the granules in water or milk, mix well and drink immediately.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Delpomont Oral Suspension

  • Diarrhoea 
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Abdominal cramp
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Do not take Delpomont Oral Suspension if you are allergic to Delpomont Oral Suspension or any of its ingredients. If you have any mental disorder, inform your doctor before starting Delpomont Oral Suspension as Delpomont Oral Suspension can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behaviour, irritability, restlessness). Sometimes you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms. It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies. Concurrent use of Delpomont Oral Suspension with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided to reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking Delpomont Oral Suspension as it stopping abruptly may lead to an acute attack of asthma.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Delpomont Oral Suspension  may have an interaction with pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac), blood thinners (aspirin), antiallergic medications (cetirizine), antiasthma drugs (salmeterol, albuterol, formoterol), anti-hypertensive medication (metoprolol), and anti-epilepsy medications (phenobarbital, phenytoin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Delpomont Oral Suspension may interact with a multi-mineral or other herbal/ayurvedic supplements, St. John's wort plant (used for depression). So, if you are using any of the OTC items, please tell your doctor.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Patients affected with liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, and phenylketonuria should not take Delpomont Oral Suspension as it has severe interaction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IBUPROFEN
  • NAPROXEN
  • DICLOFENAC
  • ASPIRIN
  • CETIRIZINE
  • SALMETEROL
  • ALBUTEROL
  • FORMOTEROL
  • METOPROLOL
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Some anti-inflammatory compounds in ginger can relax membranes in the airways, which could reduce coughing.

  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.

  • To stay fit and safe, try to sleep 7-9 hours each night.

  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.

  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Special Advise

  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.

  •  If you have phenylketonuria ( an inborn error of metabolism that results in decreased metabolism of the amino acid phenylalanine), you should know that chewable tablets contain aspartame, which is not recommended in such conditions.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Asthma: It is a local inflammatory disease of the lungs & airways associated with exaggerated airway narrowing to certain triggers like viruses, allergens & exercise. Asthma leads to frequent wheezing, breathlessness, tightness of the chest and coughing episodes that differ over time in severity. Asthmatic attacks and narrowing of airway passages are brought about by the production & secretion of certain chemicals inside the lungs called leukotrienes. This condition is characterized by wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness & cough with or without sputum.

Allergy: It is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. While others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. One of the symptoms of allergy is cough. Coughing occurs as a reflex action in the throat when there is mucus or any other foreign irritant in it.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Delpomont Oral Suspension as it can worsen your side effects like drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There is limited data on how Delpomont Oral Suspension affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to conceive or already pregnant before starting Delpomont Oral Suspension .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data on how Delpomont Oral Suspension affects breastfeeding. However, Montelukast may pass into breast milk. Please consult your doctor before starting Delpomont Oral Suspension .

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness or difficulty in concentrating while using Delpomont Oral Suspension . Delpomont Oral Suspension may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Delpomont Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Delpomont Oral Suspension .

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Kidney

Caution

Delpomont Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Delpomont Oral Suspension .

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Children

Caution

Delpomont Oral Suspension is not recommended for use for children less than two years of age. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the condition of the child's disease and age.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Kerom 3rd Floor Plot No A112, Near State Bank of India Road No 22, Wagle Industrial Estate Thane (W) Pin: 400604
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FAQs

Delpomont Oral Suspension is used to treat seasonal allergies and asthma.
Delpomont Oral Suspension contains a leukotriene antagonist Montelukast. It works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose and lungs. And hence improving symptoms and relieve allergic symptoms.
Although it is very uncommon, Delpomont Oral Suspension can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behavior, irritability, restlessness). Sometimes you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms.
Delpomont Oral Suspension can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, please do not discontinue it or exceed the duration without consulting your physician.
Usually, Delpomont Oral Suspension does not cause drowsiness, but in a few cases, drowsiness and sleepiness have been reported; hence, it is best to take it in the evening or at bedtime.
Therapy with leukotriene receptor antagonists like Montelukast may worsen the symptoms of psychotic events in patients with a history of mental illness. Careful administration and monitoring are essential before taking Delpomont Oral Suspension in patients with neuropsychiatric disorders. Please consult your doctor before taking Delpomont Oral Suspension if you have been diagnosed or have a history of mental illness like depression, seizures (fits), etc.
Delpomont Oral Suspension does not contain a steroid.
Delpomont Oral Suspension makes you drowsy or dizzy in some instances.
Do not use Delpomont Oral Suspension to treat an asthma attack. Always use your reliever inhaler. Seek medical attention if you have any concerns.
Delpomont Oral Suspension controls the symptoms of allergic rhinitis but does not cure these conditions. Continue to take montelukast even if you feel well. Do not stop taking montelukast without talking to your doctor.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Delpomont Oral Suspension as it can worsen your side effects like drowsiness.
Yes, Delpomont Oral Suspension may cause nightmares or weird dreams.
While specific dosing instructions will vary depending on your needs and medical history. Always follow your doctor's prescribed dosage and timing for taking these medications.
Individual needs may vary from person to person, so it should be used as directed by the physician. Your doctor may adjust the dose depending on the child's disease and age.
Delpomont Oral Suspension may cause changes in the vision, so one should avoid driving or operating any machine that requires mental alertness.
Delpomont Oral Suspension contains Montelukast, a leukotriene antagonist.
Common side effects of Delpomont Oral Suspension may include diarrhoea, headache, abdominal cramps, flu-like symptoms, nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

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