Summary: On this episode, I discuss montelukast pharmacology<br> <br> <br> <br> Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist. Leukotrienes play an important role in causing inflammation and smooth muscle contraction in asthma and allergic rhinitis.<br> <br> <br> <br> Because montelukast blocks the effects of leukotrienes, it can be advantageous to use this medication for allergies and asthma.<br> <br> <br> <br> It is important to remind patients that montelukast is NOT a substitute for an acute relief medication like albuterol in the management of asthma symptoms.<br> <br> <br> <br> Montelukast has been reported to cause mood and behavioral changes and it is important to monitor our patients for these rare concerns.
