The drug is not only used for preventing
asthma attacks, but it is also approved for the treatment of allergic rhinitis (irritated, stuffy, itchy, or runny nose due to
allergies).
For
asthma treatment, healthcare providers can prescribe Singulair for kids as young as 12 months. When used as a medication for preventing
exercise-induced asthma, it can be used in adolescents ages 15 and older. Singulair is also approved for treating seasonal allergies in children as young as two years old and for year-round allergies in children as young as six months old.
The medication is available in chewable tablets and oral granules, which are often easier for young children to take.
(Click Singulair Uses for more information about the use of this drug in children, to find out how Singulair works for asthma and allergies, and to learn about possible off-label uses for this medication.)
