Zafirlukast is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zafirlukast is used -
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Zafirlukast safe for pregnant women?
Zafirlukast can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Zafirlukast, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zafirlukast safe during breastfeeding?
Zafirlukast should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zafirlukast on the Kidneys?
Zafirlukast has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zafirlukast on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Zafirlukast. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Zafirlukast on the Heart?
Zafirlukast may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Zafirlukast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zafirlukast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zafirlukast habit forming or addictive?
Zafirlukast is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zafirlukast does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zafirlukast is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zafirlukast is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zafirlukast
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Zafirlukast together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zafirlukast
Consumption of alcohol and Zafirlukast together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 228-229
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Accolate® (zafirlukast)