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Exercise-induced Bronchoconstriction Prevention

Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction happens when exercise makes the airways narrow, rather than simply making breathing faster. It can cause coughing, wheezing or chest tightness during or after activity.

Medicines used to treat Exercise-induced Bronchoconstriction Prevention

Singulair

Montelukast

4mg · 5mg · 10mg

Montelukast tablets for asthma and allergic rhinitis. They block leukotrienes, so they prevent symptoms rather than stop an attack once it starts.

From$1.60/ tabletView

Montair

Montelukast

10mg

Montelukast tablets for asthma and allergic rhinitis. It blocks leukotrienes, the chemicals that set off airway swelling.

From$2.40/ tabletView

Key points

  • Trigger pattern: Cold, dry air and more intense activity can make airway narrowing more likely.
  • Asthma link: Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction is common in people with asthma, but it may also affect people without asthma.
  • Prevention: A planned warm-up and medicines used before activity may help reduce symptoms for some people.

Medicines listed for Exercise-induced Bronchoconstriction Prevention

The listed products contain Montelukast, a leukotriene receptor antagonist. These tablets are listed for exercise-induced bronchoconstriction prevention and are also associated with asthma and allergic rhinitis in this catalogue.

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