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Can I eat this with Montelukast?
Chewable tablets must be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after food for proper absorption. Non-chewable tablets can be taken with or without food.
Also sold as Amecas, Singulair Paediatric. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 43 foods and drinks for Montelukast (0 to avoid, 7 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Montelukast with food?
- Non-chewable tablets: with or without food. Chewable tablets: at least 1 hour before food, or 2 hours after food.
- Can I eat rich or spicy food with Montelukast?
- Yes, with care. Stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food if montelukast makes you feel sick.
- Can I eat spicy food with Montelukast?
- Yes, with care. Rich or spicy food can make feeling sick worse; stick to simple meals if affected.
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1 · What do you take?
Chewable tablets must be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after food for proper absorption. Non-chewable tablets can be taken with or without food.
Non-chewable tablets can be taken with or without food. Chewable tablets must be taken at least 1 hour before food, or 2 hours after food, so the medicine is absorbed properly. You can drink alcohol while taking montelukast. If montelukast causes stomach problems, stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: Non-chewable tablets: with or without food. Chewable tablets: at least 1 hour before food, or 2 hours after food.
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Take care with Montelukast· 7
Fine with Montelukast· 36
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Further reading on Montelukast
The pages our answers quote. Every answer shows “Where this comes from” with the exact words, checked 24 September 2026. How we check
NHS website
About montelukast
NHS medicines information on montelukast – what it's used for and key facts.
NHS website
Who can and cannot take montelukast
NHS medicines information on who can take montelukast and who may not be able to take it.
NHS website
How and when to take montelukast
NHS medicines information on dosage for montelukast, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of montelukast
NHS medicines information on side effects of montelukast and what you can do to cope.
NHS website
Taking montelukast with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with montelukast and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
The Journal
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