Health effects associated with alcohol intake in large amounts include an increased risk of alcoholism, malnutrition, chronic pancreatitis, alcoholic liver disease and cancer. In addition, damage to the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system can occur from chronic alcohol abuse.
A: Singulair (montelukast) is a medication used to treat asthma and seasonal allergies, and does not list the side effect of bloating. Possible side effects include stomach pain and/or upset, heartburn, nausea, headache, dizziness, and tiredness.
Singulair is not indicated for use in the reversal of bronchospasm in acute asthma attacks, including status asthmaticus. Patients should be advised to have appropriate rescue medication available. Therapy with Singulair can be continued during acute exacerbations of asthma.