Singulair for Asthma, Maintenance User Reviews (Page 2)

• AmyCE
• 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."

• NH MAN
• December 29, 2008

"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."

• MDDONG
• 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."

• 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."

• gadfly
• 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 4 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."

• 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."

• Lucyl...
• 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 stop the medication the suicidal ideation went away. This medication could’ve literally cost me my life and it shouldn’t be on the market."

• Doodle
• 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 breath. I also have been in a very good mood. Not sure if thats because I can breath or got a good night's sleep. Either way its because of Singulair."

• 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 and feel out of breath and tired. Maybe three weeks isn't long enough a trial period. I'm hoping my breathing gets better in the next week or I'm calling the doctor to try another medication. "

• Misoman
• 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."

• Ellie
• 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 grille to prevent birds, bats, etc. I also use AC for MS. Tested neg. for SARS CoV2 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!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 5, 2012

"Compared to last year, a feel may grass pollen allergy far less in my airways this year. Before starting Singulair, I could get asthma attacks of just low amounts of grass pollen. Now, my tolerance has greatly improved. The same goes with my eyes. It took some weeks, but now I hardly need eye drops (i.e. Cromolyn) any more. This medicine has truly exceeded my expectations. Side effects were slight itching and drowsiness the first two weeks or so."

• 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. "

• Grate...
• 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."

• Katl
• 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."

• nloza
• June 18, 2015

"I suffered from asthma for a long time, after taking Singulair, all gone. Thank you!"

• Tayo
• 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."

• Ellie
• 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."

• 6Kayem
• 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."

• Liz...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 25, 2020

"Currently on Singulair with no issues."

• Lpit
• 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."

• overp...
• July 25, 2018

"The generic is out. I have taken both and there is no difference. Buy the generic and do not waste your money on the name brand."

• Chris...
• 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."

• Johnny...
• January 16, 2009

"I used Advair before, but after a while (and one fast-acting inhaler use), I was prescribed Singulair. I have not once had to worry about asthma in over 8 years."

• JillJ...
• January 1, 2009

"Before I started using Singulair, I suffered terribly and had to use my inhaler twice a day. I have not used my inhaler in over four years. Great drug."