Singulair and Anxiety: Understanding Potential Side Effects

Singulair, a drug used to treat asthma and allergies, may cause serious side effects including anxiety. Those taking Singulair should be aware of possible side effects.

Singulair

• Singulair is the brand name of montelukast, a prescription medication used to forestall asthma attacks and allergy symptoms. Singulair is typically taken once daily.

Function

• Singulair blocks the function of a chemical in the body called leukotriene. In response to allergens, leukotriene causes swelling of the lungs and constriction of the muscles surrounding airways.

Anxiety

• Drugs.com lists mood disturbances including anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts among the possible serious side effects of Singulair.

Warning

• According to the Food and Drug Administration, ̶0;neuropsychiatric events̶1; including anxiety, agitation, aggression and suicidal behavior have been reported by users of Singulair.

Considerations

• The FDA recommends that users of Singulair consult their physicians if such neuropsychiatric events occur. The FDA also recommends that physicians discontinue Singulair for patients who experience neuropsychiatric side effects.