Bad Side Effects of Singulair
Singulair is a leukotriene inhibitor that is prescribed for people who have asthma or severe allergies. It works by blocking leukotriene, thereby helping prevent asthma attacks. Singulair is a maintenance medication that helps prevent asthma attacks. It should not be used to treat acute attacks. Serious side effects while taking Singulair are rare, but there are several conditions that should be reported to a doctor immediately if you begin to experience them shortly after beginning to take Singulair.
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Flu-like Symptoms
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Flu-like symptoms such as fever and chills should be reported to your doctor if you experience them shortly after beginning to take Singulair.
Breathing Difficulty
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If Singulair causes you trouble breathing, contact your doctor immediately.
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Pain
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If you begin to experience pain in your sinuses, painful bumps under your skin or pain or tingling in your hands and feet, you should contact your doctor.
Jaundice
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If you notice your skin or the whites of your eyes becoming yellow, call your doctor.
Bleeding and Bruising
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Strange bleeding or bruising problems while take Singulair can signal a serious problem and you should contact your doctor.
Mood Changes
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If you experience abnormal mood changes or have suicidal thoughts while taking Singulair, contact you doctor.
Less Serious Side Effects
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The following is a list of other, non-serious side effects of Singulair. These effects can be bothersome but are not an indication of a serious problem: stomach pain, indigestion, nasal congestion, difficulty sleeping, drowsiness, dizziness and headaches.
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