The FDA says montelukast -- found in Singulair -- is linked to suicide and depression in kids.
Scary Mommy talked to the Executive Medical Director of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology , Michael Blaiss, MD. And the biggest message he had for parents was not to panic. “All medicines have side effects. It’s important to differentiate whether your child is taking the montelukast for allergic rhinitis or asthma. If your child is taking it for allergic rhinitis, there are plenty of good options out there if you’re concerned about this warning,” he explained.
Another important message he gave us, was that your child should never be missing out on any activities because of their asthma symptoms. If you don’t feel like their symptoms are being controlled and you haven’t yet seen an allergist — it may be time for a visit. Based on their research , the FDA determined that the risks of montelukast may outweigh the benefits in some patients, particularly when the symptoms of the disease are mild and can be adequately treated with alternative medications or therapies.
“Due to the wide availability of alternative safe and effective allergy medicines with long histories of safety, we have reevaluated the risks and benefits of montelukast and have determined it should not be the first choice treatment particularly when allergic rhinitis symptoms are mild,” the FDA says.
Doctors, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals are encouraged to report side effects from montelukast to the FDA’s
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