Pack size: 1 Tablet  |  Price is for the whole Tablet

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Generic: Zafirlukast

Form: Tablet 20mg

Indication

Chronic asthma

Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take at least 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.

Adult Dose

Oral Chronic asthma Adult: 20 mg bid. Hepatic impairment: Contraindicated.

Child Dose

Oral Chronic asthma Child: 5-11 yr: 10 mg bid. >12 yr: 20 mg bid.

Renal Dose

Renal Impairment Dose adjustment not necessary

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity, hepatic impairment, cirrhosis, acute asthmatic attacks. Lactation.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Asthma prevention']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Headache', 'Infection', 'Nausea', 'Diarrhea', 'Pain', 'Weakness']}

How to use __NAME__

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. __NAME__ is to be taken empty stomach.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ works by blocking the action of leukotriene. It lowers inflammation in the airways and nose to prevent asthma.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Safety Advice

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with __NAME__. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of __NAME__ is recommended. However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.