Montelukast for Asthma User Reviews (Page 4)

• Bre...
• July 12, 2015

"Thought this med was my answer! I have severe allergies, which I am congested all day and makes it hard to sleep at night. This med cleared me up and helped me sleep at night. But by the 2nd refill, I became irritable, emotional, and so moody! I snapped at people and started having freaky dreams! I took myself off of it even though it worked for the allergies, it wasn't worth it! When I saw my doc and told her, she shook her head and said, 'that's odd, I never heard of it doing that,' but what I read here validates my experiences! Still can't find anything that works the way it did for my allergies!"

• jba...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 1, 2019

"My daughter is 4 years old and developed these behaviors over the course of 18 months. We were not informed about any of these side effects, and no monitoring was done either. Extreme fear, eczema, vivid nightmares, extreme fear of sleeping, facial infections, sleep disturbance, bedwetting, burning genitals and eyes, anxiety, depression, aggression/hostility, attention problems, bad dreams, hallucinations, hearing voices, irritability, memory problems, headaches, sore throat, cough, stomach pain, skin infections, runny nose, itching genitals, confusional state, crying inconsolable, difficulty concentrating, difficulty drawing, intentional self-harm, irrational fear of the dark, growling and hissing. We assumed all this was normal behavior for our, at the time, 2-3-year-old daughter. I wouldn't recommend this drug at all without proper monitoring."

• Fio...
• March 26, 2017

"I'm a 34-year-old who has had asthma for years. Over the past 12 months, my asthma has become increasingly difficult to manage and was severely impacting my sleep and my day-to-day life. As a result, the doctor has been trying some new medication. After just a couple of days on 10 mg of this medication, my asthma had significantly improved. Then the side effects started. I lost hearing in my ear and had loud ringing in my ear. I was sleeping nonstop, couldn't concentrate or retain information, and was suffering from terrible anxiety, which I have never experienced in my life. I felt like all I wanted to do was sleep and never wake up. I have never felt so awful in my life. I stopped the medication that night and immediately felt 100% back to normal."

• Hum...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 5, 2019

"I took this medication for two days. The side effects were overwhelming. I got a fever and the flu symptoms within the short time I was on the Singulair. I was also extremely tired, so much so I was unable to work."

• Ren...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 13, 2013

"I'm 28 and have asthma. I tried Singulair a few years ago, which helped my asthma and allergies. I recently began to have asthma flare-ups again and started taking the generic. This time I am noticing side effects. I have frequent headaches, which may or may not be from the medicine but could be from lack of sleep that I definitely attribute to this medicine. I get so exhausted but can't fall asleep until sometimes 6 a.m., then walk around like a zombie the next day only to repeat the pattern. I am prone to depression but have not noticed it worsening. I am not a crier but now tear up over everything, happy or sad. I have sharp pain in my ears. Dry eyes."

• cgo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 16, 2021

"I have asthma, and during allergy season, I get such bad coughs that I can't sleep at night, can't exercise, and really have difficulties enjoying my days. Doctor gave me a steroid inhaler, Singulair, and Zyrtec. The inhaler and Zyrtec knocked my symptoms from a 10 to a 7 but did not really help that much. I started taking Singulair, and that brought it down to a 2 within a week. I was able to sleep better, BUT I developed headaches, skin rashes all over my legs and my belly, and had rapid weight gain (2 pounds a day!). Even though I enjoy the relief it brought from my asthma, I have to get off it to ensure I do not develop weight-related sicknesses due to my rapid weight gain."

• Mar...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 17, 2024

"Like everyone else, I was scared to death to try this. As I moved closer to menopause, my allergies got worse, and asthma started. Antihistamines and inhaled steroids weren't helping me very much, I was very frustrated. Finally, I decided to try the Montelukast - that night I felt both nostrils open up for the first time in years! I've been on it for over a year now and am so thankful I decided to try it, for me, it's been life-changing. I can enjoy the outdoors again and rarely need to reach for my inhaler. I have the MTHFR gene mutations, so I worried about mood issues. In the first couple of weeks, I did feel more short-tempered, but that went away. I also take a methylated B complex. If you have allergies and asthma combined, TRY THIS!"

• Kur...
• June 19, 2017

"I had my first asthma attack when I was 30 (13 years ago), and each year it got worse to the point where I would have 6 attacks a day, and my puffers would not work. I took this drug, and my attacks do not exist anymore. I am an avid athlete, and I am no longer hindered. Back in February, I struggled to get my breath, and I was on my way to the emergency room, that is when I got this pill prescribed to me, and it has been a Godsend! I don't have the sleep issues others have mentioned here, I never really slept the best to start with, but no changes. No crazy dreams. I have never been more pleased."

• Bug...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2021

"I've been taking this the last few days, and although it's helped with my allergies and asthma, I am so tired and 'zoney' feeling I'm not sure I want to continue. I feel absolutely exhausted, confused, and really 'out of it.' All I want to do is sleep, which is non-productive, and I can't function like this on a daily basis."

• Tho...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 1, 2019

"This drug has made my nose so dry and feels so weird every time I take it. You ever have that awful feeling where you feel like your nose is full of hard boogers, but yet there’s nothing in there? Drives me insane! Additionally, I have had thin, bloody, and scabby boogers, and my nose just feels like it needs to be filled with chapstick. Not a fan, but it definitely helps with asthma. I was prescribed montelukast with prednisone, so it's hard to tell if the tired fatigue symptoms were from pred. or mont. Haven’t had the depression symptoms I’m reading here, though. None whatsoever. I can’t imagine staying on this drug for more than 2 weeks."

• MxV...
• September 5, 2011

Montelukast "I recently was on prednisone for over a week because I could barely breathe (in spite of taking 500 mg of Advair 2/day and Maxair several times a day). Towards the end of my steroids, I was still breathing very poorly, but then I started taking Singulair, and immediately my breathing became absolutely normal with not one hint of wheezing or breathing difficulty. Also, my nasal allergies/sinuses have improved considerably since I started Singulair. On the other hand, I have noticed pain in my ear (possible ear infection), and my mood appears to be a bit more aggressive than it was before taking Singulair. Overall, I would highly recommend it."

• sam...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 22, 2019

"I have taken this medicine for about 2 years. I do not know if it has helped me because my asthma is not bad all the time. I do know that I used to have bad panic attacks when I was young (62 now), and they went away. I have had several surgeries in the past two years, so I thought my anxiety was due to my health issues. Today again, I had an anxiety attack and suicidal random thoughts for no reason! I finally read all the side effects for my meds. The only one that has these psychosis word warnings is this one! I am mad. I will go off it tomorrow. I don't need to take something confusing me and making me psychotic. Beware of this medicine!"

• Ton...
• April 30, 2018

"DO NOT USE SINGULAIR IF YOU HAVE HAD PAST PROBLEMS WITH DEPRESSION OR ANXIETY. Here's my story. I was put on Singulair when younger, so I decided to ask my GP to put me on it again (22 now). It helped with my asthma a lot, but I had to stop after 2 weeks as I was getting bad dreams and had heard that to be a side effect. So I went back on the inhaler and decided to only use Singulair when doing vigorous activities. I took one yesterday, and the dreams came back, and I also woke up today in a bad mood. I decided to take another pill today to keep the asthma under control while working, and within an hour I was easily irritated, depressed, and anxious. This continued, and these emotions amplified until I was extremely angry. At the time, I didn't know what was going on, so I got even more emotional and ended in a dark downward spiral. I've dealt with depression in the past, so I just assumed it was 'one of those days.' It wasn't until I googled Singulair and mood that I realized it was the Singulair."

• Kel...
• August 3, 2017

"I give this half a rating. I have chronic asthma, and after nearly dying from an asthma attack, I was prescribed Singulair along with Symbicort. This medication has absolutely helped me. I've been on it for over 3 months now. It really does help reverse the effects of asthma. Unfortunately, it gives me some of the worst anxiety I have ever experienced. I tried taking it in the morning, but the entire day I would feel unbelievably anxious. If I take it before bed, I have the worst, most vivid nightmares. This medication affects everyone differently, of course, my only advice is to try it out for yourself."

• NAa...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 20, 2016

Montelukast "I have been taking Singulair for almost a year now or more. I usually don't dream, so I haven't noticed any unusual nightmares. Seriously, I can't tell if my anxiety is because of Singulair or not. I am anxious by nature, and this semester is really stressful and can drive anyone crazy! I usually think about life, death, why we are here? and this kind of stuff. DOES THIS HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH SINGULAIR? I really want to find an answer for that. I recommend Singulair when you don't have any other choice, but if you have one, then absolutely choose it. Singulair is bad but effective."

• Fea...
• December 13, 2016

"This medication is poison. I don't recommend. My 5-year-old was on this for 3 months when I noticed her behavior changed, a bubbly, happy, and active child had turned into a sad, tearful, tired, and unhappy child, with every little thing making her angry and depressed. I urge anyone who's taking or is thinking of giving this to their child, as soon as you see the littlest change, stop! It can really affect you or your child's life. If only I had researched or my child's doctor had advised me well instead of brushing my worries under the table, I would have never given this to her."

• Kin...
• October 16, 2009

Montelukast "I started taking Singulair about 10 years ago when it was fairly new. It changed my life. I am not aware of side effects, but I NEVER WHEEZE! It is the best drug, and I would recommend if you use your albuterol inhaler more than twice a week, take this medicine! I was using my rescue inhaler almost daily, now I NEVER use them. I keep one on hand, but I throw it out annually and get a replacement, so I always have a fresh one, just in case."

• Mar...
• August 8, 2019

"I have feline-induced asthma. I no longer wanted to use steroidal inhalers such as Qvar. A healthcare professional recommended Singulair. My local healthcare provider's pharmacy carries the montelukast equivalent. I noticed good results from day one. I was able to put the inhalers away for several weeks at a time. As long as I continued to take the montelukast each day, I obtained excellent results. I couldn't believe it. I could easily tolerate the side effect of the bizarre and troubling dreams. After taking montelukast for seven months or so, the medication simply lost its effect completely. I was back on the rescue inhaler. The inhaler increases the chances of contracting bacterial infections like bronchitis and pneumonia, especially when used heavily. Another healthcare professional told me it is certainly possible to build up a tolerance to montelukast. She suggested Claritin, Zyrtec, or Allegra. I do not know which one will produce the best results or if all three are similar."

• Jef...
• February 18, 2019

"tl;dr version. Montelukast definitely worked as a maintenance medication but had unpleasant side effects after prolonged use. Lifelong asthmatic but for the last 10+ years, my asthma has been under control with Asmanex. Started struggling with allergy-induced asthma late 2018, needing a rescue inhaler multiple times every day. Doctor prescribed montelukast pills in addition to doubling Asmanex, and my issues have definitely dissipated since early January. I went to single Asmanex alongside the montelukast and have been breathing fine. It's far more affordable (~$10/month) compared to the doubled Asmanex (~$50/month), but in the last few weeks, I have been incredibly exhausted and achy. Sleep has been difficult and I feel very mentally clouded. I suffer from anxiety normally, but have not had any symptoms with regard to that. If anything, I'm too exhausted to be anxious."

• Anonymous
• November 20, 2011

Montelukast "This medicine has changed my life. I am a very active teenager, with almost the worst asthma imaginable. I couldn't even run 100m without wheezing and feeling like I was going to have an attack. This was very hard on my competitive soccer as well. But last spring, my doctor prescribed Singulair to me, and everything changed. Now I can run for a full hour without coughing or wheezing, and I only have to use my fast-acting relief when I am sprinting. The medicine started working in just a few days. Best medicine out there."

• vin...
• September 23, 2015

"My doctor was aware of my history of and treatment for anxiety and panic attacks when she prescribed this for me. She directed that it be taken in the evening before bed, and I don't know why that is. There have been 2 or 3 times when I forgot to take it, so I took it the next morning. I found that on the following nights, I had very strange dreams, woke to a panic attack, and had difficulty going back to sleep. Since I have put that together, I have made sure to take the medicine at night, and I haven't had any more problems."

• Cas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 21, 2019

"I have been taking the medicine about 6 months ago because I had seasonal allergies, but side effects include weight gain, so I stopped taking montelukast today for good. I didn’t have bad side effects, sore throat, and it makes your skin itchy like you have a rash after medication. Hopefully, I can start losing weight since I’m not taking montelukast anymore!!!"

• hea...
• June 23, 2015

"I just started taking this medicine this month. I've taken it before as a child, and it seems to be working great for me now, but I have been experiencing nightmares for the last week or so, which I thought was odd because that's not usual for me. But I didn't think it was related to the medicine until I started reading other people's reviews and seeing others have had the same issue. If anyone else has experienced the same problem, can you please share?"

• Nee...
• February 20, 2017

"Soooo, I started taking Singulair (montelukast) for about a month now. It's been helping my asthma a lot, but I've been having horrible depression. I'm very angry most of the time. Everything and anything anyone says will make me irate. I've been having suicidal thoughts. Honestly, I would rather cough up a lung than be crazy because of this medicine."

• Rov...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 15, 2016

"After a bad flu virus, I was left with asthma and allergic rhinitis... Trouble at night and early morning. Coughing, wheezing, and tight breathing. Montelukast worked. To test the theory, I had to come off montelukast three times. Everything returned. Honestly, a life-saving drug."