Telekast
Telekast is an anti-asthmatic and antiallergic medication containing Montelukast, a selective leukotriene receptor antagonist. It blocks the action of leukotrienes, which are inflammatory chemicals in the body that cause narrowing and swelling of the airways and trigger allergy symptoms.
Dosage by Body Weight
Take strictly as prescribed by a physician, typically once daily in the evening with or without food. For asthma control, continue taking the medication even when symptoms are not present.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 6 months of age have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 4 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily in the evening
- Tracking Notes
- Usually prescribed as oral granules mixed with breast milk, formula, or soft food for infants over 6 months.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 4 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily in the evening
- Tracking Notes
- Administered as oral granules or chewable tablets depending on age and doctor's recommendation.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 4 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily in the evening
- Tracking Notes
- Administered as chewable tablets or oral granules.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 4 mg to 5 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily in the evening
- Tracking Notes
- 4 mg chewable tablet for children up to 5 years of age; 5 mg chewable tablet for children 6 years and older.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routinely recommended | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy in infants under 6 months of age have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | 4 mg | Once daily in the evening | Usually prescribed as oral granules mixed with breast milk, formula, or soft food for infants over 6 months. |
| 8-10 kg | 4 mg | Once daily in the evening | Administered as oral granules or chewable tablets depending on age and doctor's recommendation. |
| 11-15 kg | 4 mg | Once daily in the evening | Administered as chewable tablets or oral granules. |
| 16-20 kg | 4 mg to 5 mg | Once daily in the evening | 4 mg chewable tablet for children up to 5 years of age; 5 mg chewable tablet for children 6 years and older. |
Formulation
TabletChewable TabletGranules
Purpose
Prevention and chronic treatment of asthma, and relief of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis symptoms.
Generic Name
MontelukastScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.