If using singulair for capsular contracture, what is dosage instructions/duration? And brand or generic for best results?

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Singulair and Capsular Contracture 6 months post op breast lift and have bbl scheduled in 3 months. How does it (singulair) work in regards to capsular contracture? Dosing? Time expectancy to be on meds? (Safe for anesthesia for bbl in 3 months) Will it help with seasonal allergies? *Big question* Preference of brand vs generic?

Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS, FRCSC · Answer

Using Singulair (montelukast) for capsular contracture has been shown to be helpful in several published studies, at least for the first 90 days after a primary augmentation.  It's taken once per day, typically in the morning, since night-time use may lead to trouble sleeping.  Since it doesn't have official FDA approval yet for this purpose, this is known as an "off-label" use.  It works by inhibiting certain types of messenger chemicals, called leukotrienes.  This effect is helpful for asthma and allergy, but also seems to work for capsules.  And unlike Accolate, no blood testing is required.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

I agree with both Drs Lickstein & Fiala. But why not discuss with your chosen operate surgeon first??? Or seek in person secede opinions to be sure you even have a capsular contrcture...

David A. Lickstein, MD · Answer

The typical dose is once a day.  I don't think there is clear data on duration of use - but it makes sense that if no improvement is seen after 6-12 weeks, to not continue.

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