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Singular Side Effects in Children

Singulair is a medication prescribed to treat asthma, exercise-induced asthma and allergic rhinitis, or seasonal allergies. Children as young as 6 months may be prescribed this drug to treat any of these conditions. Children are typically prescribed a dose of either 4 mg or 5 mg in the form of granules or chewable tablets.

  1. Drowsiness

    • In some children, Singulair may cause drowsiness and lethargy. It is recommended that this medication be given at night so that daytime activities will not be affected.

    Stomach and Intestinal

    • Children taking Singulair may experience stomach pain, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Consult the prescribing physician to determine if medication should be continued after the onset of these symptoms.

    Behavior and Mood

    • Singulair information at FDA.gov indicates there is a risk of changes in behavior which include hostile behavior, depression, difficulty sleeping, hallucinations and suicidal thoughts. Any evidence of these behaviors in children should be immediately reported.

    Considerations

    • Because small children have may have difficulty expressing the onset of specific symptoms, the parent, or caregiver, should observe closely for any changes in behavior.

    Warning

    • The onset of any of the following side effects in children should be treated as a medical emergency: rash, fever, flu-like symptoms or complaints of numbness and pain in the arms and legs.

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