Montelukast is -
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Leukotriene antagonist Leukotriene antagonistso Monteleukast and zafirleucast are cystenyl LTj (cys LT() receptor antagonists.o They are indicated for prophylactic therapy of mild to moderate asthma as alternatives to inhaled glucocorticoids.o They are more acceptable in children,o They are not used for terminating asthma episodes,o They are effective in aspirin induced asthma.o They are very safe drugs, produce few side effects like headache and rashes,o Eosinophilia, neuropathy and churg-strauss syndrome are other rare side effects.
Leukotriene antagonist
Potassium channel opener
Smooth muscle relaxant
Anti - inflammatory
Asthma