montelukast / throat clearing

[Julesc12]

can anybody who has had Montelukast who also suffers from a cough or throat clearing tell

Me if this medication helps with throat clearing . I have tried PPI, s and so many things that don’t help but my asthma doctor has prescribed Montelukast. Not started yet as read bad reviews but I need to try something as it’s driving me mad . Thank you 🙏

[Patk1]

It's got to be worth a try.hope it helps you

[Poobah]

I've been on Montelukast for years and it's really helped my allergies and nasal health, subsequently my asthma. Apart from a few vivid dreams I've not experienced any side effects. It doesn't work for everyone, but you'll know after the first month if it's had a positive impact, same for any side effects.

[Julesc12 in reply to Poobah]

thank you

[teddyd]

Been on them for years with no issues.

[MikeWhite]

I have been prescribed

Carbocisteine, also called carbocysteine, is a mucolytic that reduces the viscosity of sputum and so can be used to help relieve the symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder and bronchiectasis by allowing the sufferer to bring up sputum more easily

I thought Montelukast was for asthma symptoms

Montelukast is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma. It's usually prescribed when asthma is mild and can stop it from getting worse.

It can also help people with asthma who have breathing difficulties when they exercise (exercise-induced asthma) and seasonal allergies, such as sneezing, itchiness and a blocked or runny nose (allergic rhinitis)

Mike

[Julesc12 in reply to MikeWhite]

Great advice thank you so much

[T1ggy]

I was prescribed Montelukast for mucous in throat. Unfortunately it didn't work for me. I tried it for 2 months. I didn't have any side effects though so it's worth trying. I suppose it depends on what's causing it.Haven't found anything to help yet, driving me mad too !

[Patk1 in reply to T1ggy]

Have u tried an antihistamine?may help reduce secretions/catarrh

[Julesc12 in reply to Patk1]

I have quite a while ago but I may re visit it again now you reminded me . Thank you

[T1ggy in reply to Patk1]

Thanks for your reply. I do take antihistamine tablets and have flixonase nasal spray. I have Neilmed nasal rinses too. Steaming helps but you can't be doing that all day! Keep trying different things but haven't found that magic solution yet!

[Julesc12 in reply to T1ggy]

Thanks , I tried PPI,s for reflux and diet , lots water , no alcohol, tried nasel sprays like Dymista nothing worked so far , it’s just intermittent through a day and days , can’t figure it out yet 😩

[Patk1 in reply to T1ggy]

I've been using sterimar for congestion relief which maybe easier alternative to nasal rinses.i swapped to beconase which has been better 4 me,currently x

[T1ggy in reply to Patk1]

I have Sterimar at moment as I use it if going on holiday, as you say, easier to use. Haven't been offered Beconase though.

[Patk1 in reply to T1ggy]

It's an alternative steroid spray

[Julesc12 in reply to Patk1]

Thanks I will look into it

[SuziElley]

montelukast is prescribed for asthma. I take carbocisteine to help thin the mucous and so make it easier to cough up

[Julesc12 in reply to SuziElley]

Thank you 🙏

[peege]

It's definitely worth a try Julesc12. I've taken it for many years with no ill effects - and I consider myself quite sensitive. Good luck, P

[Julesc12 in reply to peege]

Thank you 🙏

[Kekememe1]

Montelukast does nothing for my allergies and asthma. Nothing!! Zyrtec D helps more. I still take the montelukast though just because I have it. The post nasal drip is constant.

[Julesc12 in reply to Kekememe1]

Thank you 🙏 there has to be something for the throat clearing it’s ridiculous 😩

[Poshcards]

I have been on this for about 2 years, my cough has improved no end, I still have to clear my throat occasionally, I do not get any side effects and I have so many allergies to medication usually, give it a go x

[Julesc12 in reply to Poshcards]

Thank you 🙏 I will try it