Title
Singulair Use in Non-Allergic Rhinitis Eosinophil Syndrome (NARES)
The Evaluation of Singulair for the Treatment of Non-Allergic Rhinitis Eosinophil Syndrome (NARES)
Phase
Phase 4Lead Sponsor
Bernstein, Jonathan A., M.D.Study Type
InterventionalStatus
Unknown statusIndication/Condition
RhinitisIntervention/Treatment
montelukast ...Study Participants
6The purpose of this trial is to determine if patients with NARES treated with montelukast (Singulair) will have improved nasal symptom scores and reduced nasal eosinophils.
Patients will receive either montelukast or placebo in the treatment of NARES. 4 visits will be conducted over 12 weeks. A history and physical will be performed at the beginning of the trial and at the end. Skin testing will be done at Visit 1. Nasal smears and lavages will be performed at every visit. Patients will be compensated for time and travel.
10mg
placebo
Inclusion Criteria: Aged 18 - 65 years Diagnosed with NARES Exclusion Criteria: Smokers, exposed to passive smoke Diagnosis of seasonal allergic rhinitis (SAR), perennial allergic rhinitis (PAR), or vasomotor rhinitis (VMR)