Singulair for Asthma, Maintenance User Reviews (Page 2)
Reviews for Singulair
- MDD...
- October 13, 2008
"With Singulair, I don't have to take any inhalers, although my doctor tells me I should have them close by just in case. I haven't had to use a rescue inhaler for over 2 years. I don't need a steroid inhaler either. I had an anaphylactic reaction from allergy shots, so oral medicines are the way to go for me. Now I only have to take Allegra and Singulair, and I am virtually symptom-free after years of frustration and near death."
- Luc...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- December 10, 2021
"Singulair caused suicidality for me. But it was a very strange kind of suicidality because it was very cold and intense. I didn’t feel super distressed, or sad, or even depressed, I just felt very clear that I should plan for my death and make it happen. Luckily, I realized that was weird and connected to the medication. As soon as I stopped the medication, the suicidal ideation went away. This medication could’ve literally cost me my life, and it shouldn’t be on the market."
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- Anonymous
- May 6, 2009
"Although Singulair 10 mg tablets work great for me on a daily, regular basis for maintenance issues with asthma, I have found that one of its side effects has appeared. At first, it was not connected until recently when information came out that Singulair could cause ear infections. This particular side effect appeared about 3-4 months after starting Singulair, but no connection was made until recently after using it for two years. So be aware of side effects and keep close tabs on usage results."
- Anonymous
- March 24, 2009
"Before I started on Singulair, I would have several serious asthma flares every year requiring prednisone treatment. Since starting Singulair several years ago, I have only had one serious asthma flare. My allergic rhinitis is also much better controlled."
- gad...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- February 28, 2017
"I have been taking Singulair on and off for years. In the last two years, I have had four severe asthma attacks, and the Singulair has not helped. It may have helped my allergic rhinitis, but it does not help my asthma. I will probably stop it."
- Doo...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- April 7, 2021
"I used to have trouble breathing. Would exhale a deep breath and wheeze and cough. I would have to hit my reliever inhaler 3 to 4 times a day. I would wake up at least twice a night to hit my inhaler. I am allergic to nature. I took Singulair for the first night a day ago and slept through the night. Woke up able to breathe. I also have been in a very good mood. Not sure if that's because I can breathe or got a good night's sleep. Either way, it's because of Singulair."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- July 5, 2012
"Compared to last year, I feel my grass pollen allergy far less in my airways this year. Before starting Singulair, I could get asthma attacks from just low amounts of grass pollen. Now, my tolerance has greatly improved. The same goes for my eyes. It took some weeks, but now I hardly need eye drops (i.e., Cromolyn) anymore. This medicine has truly exceeded my expectations. Side effects were slight itching and drowsiness the first two weeks or so."
- Mis...
- April 24, 2010
"My asthma's been getting worse every year, and spring allergy season is the worst. I got on Singulair three weeks ago, and it's completely changed my life. I haven't needed my Albuterol at all in the last two weeks. I can breathe free and easy. For the first time in years, I've been able to walk to the store without wheezing. I wish I'd gotten on this a long time ago, but until recently, I couldn't afford the prescription cost. I'll really be happy when a generic is available."
- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 1, 2012
"I've been taking Singulair for three weeks now after going off Advair, which is no longer covered by my insurance. I now have to use a rescue inhaler several times a day and am constantly coughing, feel out of breath, and tired. Maybe three weeks isn't long enough of a trial period. I'm hoping my breathing gets better in the next week, or I'm calling the doctor to try another medication."
- Amy...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- January 22, 2024
"I can smell again after 20+ years, every medication out there, and sinus surgery. It's the only thing that works. Was prescribed by my pulmonary doc for asthma and allergies and this 'side effect' of restoring my sense of smell has changed my life."
- Anonymous
- September 16, 2010
"I have been using Singulair for an extended time. It seems to help with asthma, but I'm wondering if I developed side effects and just didn't realize. If I'm barely bumped, I get bad bruises; I have sinus infections very frequently, and lately, I have a low-grade fever often with no apparent cause."
- pri...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- February 17, 2025
"Fantastic for asthma and allergies and sleep apnea. I took this for years, and I remember telling the doc it was awesome, I never wanted to go off it. Ditched the inhaler and didn't have sinus issues. Sadly, was off it for a year, insurance issue. Back on it and not using the inhaler, and my sleep is 100 percent improved. I used to sleep terribly and had vivid dreams. NOW I sleep!!!"
- Ell...
- July 27, 2020
"I stopped taking Montelukast after several years. Learned of an FDA warning re: cognitive effects. My breathing has worsened significantly in recent months. My breathing worsened this spring 2020 post-MS exacerbation. My air conditioner was occupied by birds - mgmt. neglect of outside grill to prevent birds, bats, etc. I also use AC for MS. Tested negative for SARS-CoV-2 April 2020. Started nebulizer yesterday to complement Advair. I will try Montelukast again. Mood-wise I did not notice anything significant. Anxiety per MS is a given - like living on the edge of a cliff. Stupidity reigned in mgmt as they refused to clean the air conditioner for pathogens. They violated Fair Housing Law - acted in accordance with Human Rights. 30th Ann. of ADA 7-26-20!"
- Gra...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- May 8, 2024
"I was misdiagnosed and suffered for years until Singulair. After a month, I had a bout of depression, anxiety, nightmares (real bad), cramps in toes, etc. BUT I had a new lease on life. My debilitating asthma attacks were gone. Still, I opted to stop and switched to a similar product. It didn't work. My daily 7-11 asthma attacks were back. I was coughing until I was vomiting 3 times a day again. I was debilitated. So I made the conscious decision to go back to Singulair and keep close tabs on my mental health. It’s been a year now... no nightmares, no cramps, and I can breathe and live. I recommend it, but keep a very close watch and keep your doctor apprised regularly."
- Kat...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- July 22, 2024
"I've had asthma my whole life. I'm also moderately to severely allergic to cats and dogs (and dust, grass, etc.). With Montelukast (Singulair brand name) and Zyrtec-D, I can breathe and enjoy my pets. I took Singulair as a kid. When our allergist, whom our family saw for several decades, left the practice, I didn't have Singulair for a while. I started having severe problems breathing when trying to sleep. I saw a pulmonologist who gave me Montelukast (generic of Singulair). I can breathe again! Without Zyrtec-D, I get a sinus infection within days. Without Singulair, or Montelukast, I have difficulty breathing. I have inhalers too. They don't work as well as these."
- Raj...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- January 2, 2025
"I am a pharmacist. Suffering from an allergic, genetic asthmatic condition for a long time. Asthma worsens during polluted conditions. With other medicines, when controlling attacks, during treatment and after, I used Singulair 1 hs. Full, best effective to control asthmatic attacks. No side effects. Thanks, Singulair."
- Ano...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- July 12, 2025
"It helped a lot with excess congestion and tightness in the chest. However, it was not worth the crippling side effects. These included insomnia, waking up multiple times throughout the night, severe anxiety, irritability, nightmares, and suicidal thoughts. If you have any history of mental health issues, or even if you don’t, I would be extremely cautious when taking this medication."
- nlo...
- June 18, 2015
"I suffered from asthma for a long time, after taking Singulair, all gone. Thank you!"
- Tay...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- July 4, 2020
"I’ve been using this medication for a few days, and the anxiety is so bad. I think I’m going off of it. It was so expensive to buy, but I can’t handle the way it makes me feel."
- Ell...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- July 26, 2019
"Singulair was so disappointing, I needed a game changer for my asthma, and I was reassured that this could be it. Has made absolutely no difference."
- Lpi...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- January 16, 2017
"I have been on this for several years now, and it helps to keep attacks down significantly. I can breathe so much better, and it seems to help knock down allergic reactions to many things for me."
- 6Ka...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 5, 2014
"Had a bad reaction of hives and burning skin to this medicine. Tried it twice, worse reaction second time. Not good."
- Chr...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 3, 2023
"I only took Singulair for a couple of days because of the terrible side effects. Nightmares, sadness, aggression, feelings of emptiness, heart palpitations, etc. Singulair is poisonous garbage."
- Liz...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- January 25, 2020
"Currently on Singulair with no issues."
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"I had been using inhalers - steroid (Serevent) and fast-acting ones for many years. I couldn't climb stairs without needing a 'puff.' I couldn't play with the kids without having to stop often. After one serious attack, I had to use an atomizer at the doctor's office, and I started Singulair the next day. I have not used or carried an inhaler for almost 10 years now. It has changed my life. I can run with my kids, walk up stairs, shovel snow, etc."