Montelukast and Warfarin: Can You Take Them Together?

Here's what FDA-approved drug labeling shows.

MODERATE

Interaction Found

Montelukast and warfarin can be taken together safely without changing doses. However, warfarin thins your blood, and montelukast may affect how well it works. This could increase your risk of blood clots or bleeding problems.

What to do: Tell your doctor you take both medicines. Your doctor may check your blood clotting levels more often. Do not stop either medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Source: FDA-approved drug labeling via openFDA

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Montelukast — View full safety profile, side effects, and all known interactions.

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